Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion
Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Buttery Garlic Croutons is a vibrant American salad that’s light, crisp, and herbaceous—sweet tomatoes, juicy cucumber, and warm, garlicky croutons deliver satisfying crunch. Vegetarian and perfect for quick lunches or dinners, this tomato and cucumber salad shines with basil and red wine vinegar. Its bright, fresh flavor fits alongside grilled proteins, picnic spreads, or as a starter; great for potlucks, meal-prep bowls, or a light side. Find it in your easyChef Pro App—get personalized recommendations, AI pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list that finds the lowest cost per serving. Select, organize, and follow step-by-step guides to cook today!
- Prep10 mins
- Cook10 mins
- Serves4
- DifficultyEasy
easyChef Pro health score
Calculated from USDA-referenced nutrient data for the ingredients in Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion, not estimated by an AI model. The same recipe returns the same score every time.
- Glycemic ImpactFair
- 53 / 100
- Carb quality, not quantity. Higher is better.
- Nutritional DensityPoor
- 0 / 100
- Nutrients per calorie. Higher is better.
- Energy DensityGood
- 92 / 100
- Calories by weight. Higher means more food for fewer calories.
- NOVA Processed Culinary Ingredients
- 2 / 4
- Processing level, 1 (whole) to 4 (ultra-processed). Lower is better.
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- 24
- Heart Health
- 64
- Metabolic
- 21
- Digestive
- 22
- Inflammatory
- 27
- Performance
- 43
- General Wellness
- 1
Melt 2 tbsp of Divided Butter Spread in a large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat, then add 2 cups of Cubed Italian Bread and cook, tossing frequently, until light golden, about 00:05:00; sprinkle with 1 tsp of Minced Garlic and continue cooking over low heat, tossing, just until fragrant, about 00:00:30, then remove and set aside.
- 2
Melt the remaining 2 tbsp of Divided Butter Spread in the same skillet over medium-high heat and cook 1 cups of Sliced Red Onion(s), stirring occasionally, until light golden and crisp-tender, about 00:03:00, then remove and set aside.
- 3
Combine the toasted 2 cups of Cubed Italian Bread, 1 cups of Sliced Red Onion(s), 2 large of Tomato(es), and 0.5 medium of Sliced Cucumber(s) in a large bowl and toss; drizzle with 2 tsp of Red Wine Vinegar, sprinkle with 0.5 cups of Chopped Basil Leaves, and toss again to coat evenly.
- Calories 247.62 kcal Moderate 12%
- Protein 5.58 g Moderate 11%
- Carbohydrate 28.69 g 10%
- Total Fat 12.2 g Moderate 16%
- Saturated Fat 4.17 g High 21%
- Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Cholesterol 14.56 mg Low Source 5%
- Sodium 409.79 mg Moderate 18%
- Dietary Fiber 2.29 g Low Source 8%
- Total Sugars 1.96 g --
- Added Sugars 0.0 g Low Source 0%
- Calcium 78.16 mg Low Source 6%
- Iron 2.21 mg Moderate 12%
- Potassium 412.46 mg Low Source 9%
- Vitamin A 30.67 mcg Low Source 3%
- Vitamin C 18.5 mg Good Source 21%
- Vitamin D 0.0 mcg Low Source 0%
Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
- Gluten
About This Recipe
Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion is an American side dish recipe made with 8 ingredients. It takes about 20 mins, serves 4, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Butter Oil Blend Spread, Cucumber, Fresh Basil, and Garlic. Each serving provides about 247.62 kcal.
Recipe Questions
- What is Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion?
- It is an American salad recipe made with 8 ingredients, usually served for side dish or dinner or lunch or salad.
- What is Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion made of?
- The main ingredients are Butter-Oil Blend Spread, Cucumber, Fresh Basil, Garlic, Italian Bread. The full list of 8 is above.
- How long does it take to make Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion?
- About 20 mins in total: 10 mins to prepare and 10 mins to cook.
- How many calories are in one serving?
- One serving provides about 247.62 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
- Is Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion easy to make?
- This recipe is rated easy, with 8 ingredients and 3 steps.
- Is Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion healthy?
- Tomato Cucumber Salad with Garlic Butter Croutons and Red Onion has an easyChef Pro health score of 43/100. Per serving, it provides 247.62 calories and 5.58 g of protein, or 11% of the Daily Value. It is a good source of vitamin C. Worth noting per serving: sodium at 409.79 mg (18% of the Daily Value) and saturated fat at 4.17 g (21% of the Daily Value). It contains Gluten, so it may not be suitable for people with those allergies or dietary restrictions. Whether it fits your goals depends on your complete meal plan and nutritional needs. Remix it in easyChef Pro to adjust the ingredients and generate fresh nutrition and scores.
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