Description
This refreshing Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes salad brings together crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and tangy onions in a bright, herby vinaigrette. It’s quick to prepare, easy to customize, and perfect as a make-ahead side for summer meals, potlucks, or picnics.
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red or white onion, thinly sliced
Marinade
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Finishing Touch
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
Instructions
- Prep the Vegetables: Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Thinly slice the cucumbers and onion, and halve the tomatoes. Place prepared vegetables in a large mixing bowl.
- Make the Marinade: In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Make sure the mixture is well combined.
- Combine and Toss: Pour the marinade over the sliced vegetables. Toss gently to coat all the pieces evenly with the dressing.
- Marinate: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let the flavors meld. For best results, marinate for a few hours or overnight.
- Finish and Serve: Before serving, toss the salad again to redistribute the marinade. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley or dill. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- This salad tastes even better after several hours in the fridge as the flavors have time to develop.
- You can substitute white vinegar or lemon juice for a slightly different tang.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days; the texture of the vegetables will continue to soften over time.
- Experiment with fresh herbs like basil or cilantro for a personal twist.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side-dishes
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: about 1 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 110mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
