Description
Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that effortlessly elevates any meal. This salad combines crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty onions, all marinated in a tangy vinaigrette that enhances their natural flavors. Perfect for summer barbecues or casual weeknight dinners, this recipe is quick to prepare and can be made ahead for even better flavor. Whether served alongside grilled meats or as a standalone salad, these marinated veggies are sure to impress.
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 the cucumbers into thin rounds.
- Halve the cherry tomatoes and thinly slice the onion.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes.
- Combine sliced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, and sliced onions in a large bowl.
- Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss gently to coat.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes; for best results, marinate for several hours or overnight before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg