Marinated Cucumbers Onions Tomatoes (Printable Version)
Crisp cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions tossed in tangy vinaigrette for a zesty salad.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Produce
01 - 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 pint cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 small red onion or white onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill
→ Vinaigrette
05 - 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
06 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
07 - 1 clove garlic, minced
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
10 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
# Step-by-Step Guide:
01 - Wash cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Trim ends and thinly slice cucumbers. Halve cherry tomatoes. Peel and thinly slice the onion.
02 - In a mixing bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if preferred.
03 - Add sliced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, and sliced onion to a large bowl. Gently toss to distribute.
04 - Pour vinaigrette over the vegetables. Toss gently to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
05 - Toss salad once more before serving. Garnish with chopped fresh herbs and adjust seasoning as needed.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Great for using up extra garden produce
- Comes together in just 20 minutes
- No complicated kitchen tools required
- Delicious cold straight from the fridge on hot days
- Vegan and gluten free
- Makes for a light side or a refreshing snack
02 -
- Packed with vitamin C and fiber
- Stays crisp even after marinating overnight
- Perfect contrast to rich or spicy main dishes
03 -
- Slice cucumbers evenly for maximum crunch
- Letting the veggies sit longer in the fridge only improves the taste
- Use a mild olive oil and fresh herbs for true summer flavor