Minty Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Ingredients:

• 3 medium-sized tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 4 shishito peppers
• 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 cup fresh dill

This refreshing salad is perfect for a hot summer day. The combination of juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, and spicy shishito peppers is balanced out by the coolness of fresh mint and dill. It’s easy to make and bursting with flavor.

Instructions:

1. Begin by preparing the ingredients. Wash and dry the tomatoes, cucumber, shishito peppers, mint, and dill.

2. Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized chunks and place them in a large bowl.

3. Peel the cucumber and cut it into thin slices. Add the cucumber slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.

4. Remove the stems from the shishito peppers and slice them into small pieces. Add them to the bowl with the other vegetables.

5. Next, finely chop the mint and dill and add them to the bowl. These herbs will give the salad a fresh and vibrant flavor.

6. Toss all the ingredients together until well combined.

7. For extra flavor, you can make a simple dressing by mixing together olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix well.

8. Serve the minty tomato and cucumber salad chilled, and enjoy the burst of flavors in every bite.

This salad is perfect as a side dish to grilled meats or as a light and healthy lunch option. The mint and dill add a unique twist to the classic combination of tomatoes and cucumbers. Give it a try and impress your friends and family with this delicious and refreshing dish.