Refreshing Tomato and Cucumber Salad

Posted by Manjeri Skincare Team on

Benefits: Tomatoes are high in lycopene, an antioxidant that protects skin from environmental damage, while cucumbers provide hydration.

Skin Concern: Dehydrated or sensitive skin

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Serves: 2

Ingredients:

  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 cucumber (sliced)
  • 1/4 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

  1. Combine tomatoes, cucumber, and red onion in a bowl.
  2. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar.
  3. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Toss well and serve.

Shopping Tips:

  • Choose firm, ripe tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Look for cucumbers with smooth, dark green skin.

Cooking Tips:

  • Add crumbled feta for extra flavor and nutrients.
  • Chill the salad before serving for maximum freshness.
antioxidants Best foods for skin health cucumber food food blog Food for glowing skin food prep food recipes food series hydration lunch lycopene oregano red onion salad sensitive skin tips tomato vinegar

← Older Post Newer Post →

Leave a comment

Glow From Within

RSS
Best foods for skin health brightening cake comfort food dessert dessert series food food blog Food for glowing skin food prep food recipes food series loaf strawberry

Strawberry Lemon Loaf Cake

By Manjeri Skincare Team

Benefits: Strawberries provide vitamin C and antioxidant plant compounds, while fresh lemon adds additional vitamin C and citrus flavonoids. Vitamin C contributes to normal collagen...

Read more
african Best foods for skin health dinner dry skin dry skin care food food blog Food for glowing skin food prep food recipes food series greens liberian rice shrimp west african food

Liberian Spicy Seafood, Potatoes, Greens & Rice

By Manjeri Skincare Team

Benefits: Seafood provides high-quality protein, selenium, vitamin B12, and omega-3 fatty acids, while leafy greens contribute beta-carotene, folate, vitamin C, and antioxidant plant compounds. Red...

Read more