Description
Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes is a refreshing side dish that elevates any meal with its vibrant flavors. This easy-to-make salad combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty onions coated in a tangy marinade of olive oil and vinegar. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a quick lunch, it’s not only delicious but also nutritious. With minimal preparation time and the option to make it ahead, this dish can be a go-to addition to your table.
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
- Fresh parsley or dill, chopped (optional)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables by washing the cucumbers, slicing them thinly, halving the tomatoes, and slicing the onion.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar and olive oil. Add minced garlic along with salt and pepper; mix well.
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions. Pour the marinade over them and toss gently to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg