Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Buttery Garlic Croutons

Our recipe for Fresh Tomato and Cucumber Salad with Buttery Garlic Croutons is a perfect addition to your lunch or dinner menu. Homemade croutons with buttery flavor from Country Crock® and just the right amount of garlic really elevate a simple salad to something special.

• Preparation Time: 10 mins
• Cooking Time: 10 mins
• Total Time: 20 mins
• Calories: 83 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
• 1 cup sliced red onion
• ½ cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon finely chopped garlic
• 4 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread, divided
• 2 cups Bread, italian
• 2 large Tomatoes, red, ripe, raw
• ½ medium Cucumber, with peel, raw

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Melt 2 tablespoons Country Crock® Spread in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add bread cubes and cook, tossing frequently, until light golden, about 5 minutes. Sprinkle with garlic and cook over low heat, tossing, until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Remove and set aside.

Step 2

Melt remaining 2 tablespoons Spread in same skillet over medium-high heat and cook onions, stirring occasionally, until light golden and crisp-tender, about 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.

Step 3

Put toasted bread cubes, onions, tomatoes, and cucumbers in large bowl; toss. Drizzle with vinegar and sprinkle with basil and toss.