Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes Recipe
A refreshing and tangy marinated salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and sharp onions, all soaked in a flavorful vinegar and olive oil dressing with garlic and herbs. Perfect as a side dish or a light snack, this recipe brings together fresh ingredients and a simple marinade for a vibrant, easy-to-make salad.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes to overnight
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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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
- 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley or dill
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Wash and thinly slice the cucumbers, halve the cherry or grape tomatoes, and thinly slice the red or white onion.
- Mix the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if using, to create a flavorful dressing.
- Combine Vegetables: Place the sliced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, and onions into a large bowl for marinating.
- Marinate the Salad: Pour the prepared marinade over the vegetables and toss gently to coat every piece evenly with the dressing.
- Refrigerate: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, ideally a few hours or overnight, to let the flavors meld.
- Serve: Toss the salad again before serving and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or dill for added aroma and color.
Notes
- This salad is best when marinated overnight for maximum flavor absorption.
- Use fresh herbs like dill or parsley to complement the tangy marinade.
- Adjust the red pepper flakes for desired heat level, or omit for a milder flavor.
- Serve chilled as a side dish to grilled meats or as a light appetizer.
- For a sweeter touch, add a pinch of sugar or honey to the marinade.
Keywords: marinated cucumber salad, tomato onion salad, easy summer salad, vinaigrette salad, fresh vegetable salad
