Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes
Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes is a refreshing salad that bursts with flavor, making it a perfect addition to summer picnics or weeknight dinners. This vibrant dish combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty onions marinated in a tangy vinaigrette, creating a delightful medley that’s both healthy and satisfying.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
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
- Optional: 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
Instructions
- Wash and slice cucumbers, halve tomatoes, and thinly slice onion.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Combine vegetables in a large bowl and pour the marinade over them.
- Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; overnight is ideal for enhanced flavor.
- Give it another toss before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 11g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg