Description
This vibrant dish features crisp cucumbers, tangy onions, and juicy tomatoes, all marinated in a zesty vinaigrette. The refreshing crunch of the vegetables combined with the bright acidity creates a delightful flavor explosion that dances on your palate.
Ingredients
Scale
- Vegetables:
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 3 medium ripe tomatoes, chopped
- Marinade:
- 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 clove garlic, minced
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, red onion, and chopped tomatoes.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, black pepper, oregano, and minced garlic until well combined.
- Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a good stir and taste for seasoning, adjusting if necessary.
Notes
- This dish can be made a day in advance for enhanced flavor.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- For a spicier kick, add sliced jalapeños or red pepper flakes to the marinade.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: salad
- Method: marinating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5 grams
- Sodium: 200 milligrams
- Fat: 10 grams
- Saturated Fat: 1 gram
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 grams
- Trans Fat: 0 grams
- Carbohydrates: 10 grams
- Fiber: 2 grams
- Protein: 2 grams
- Cholesterol: 0 milligrams
Keywords: Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, Tomatoes, Salad, Refreshing, Summer Dish, Easy Recipe, Healthy Side, Quick Prep, Vegetarian, Zesty, Crunchy, Appetizer, Picnic Food, Light Meal