Description
Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that embodies the essence of summer. This delightful salad features crisp cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty onions, all marinated in a tangy vinaigrette made with apple cider vinegar, olive oil, and fresh herbs. Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch option, it adds a colorful burst of flavor to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
- 1 small red or white onion, thinly sliced
- 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
- Fresh parsley or dill (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers into thin rounds; halve the cherry tomatoes and slice the onion.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes if desired.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions; pour the marinade over the vegetables.
- Toss gently until evenly coated; cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or longer for best flavor).
- Before serving, toss again gently and garnish with extra herbs if you like.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg