Description
This Fresh & Tangy Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or as a light, healthy snack. With a tangy vinaigrette and crunchy vegetables, it’s simple to make and packed with fresh taste!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar (optional for sweetness)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
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- Prepare the Vegetables – Slice the cucumber and onion thinly, and chop the tomatoes.
- Make the Dressing – In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey (or sugar), salt, pepper, and oregano (or Italian seasoning) until well combined.
- Combine the Salad – In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumber, onion, and chopped tomatoes.
- Marinate – Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss everything together gently.
- Chill – Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve – Garnish with fresh parsley or basil, if desired. Serve chilled and enjoy!
Notes
- If you prefer a less tangy salad, reduce the amount of vinegar or add a little more honey.
- You can also add some feta cheese or olives for extra flavor.
- For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the dressing.
- This salad can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish, Salad
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mediterranean, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the salad
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0g