Description
This Fresh & Tangy Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing side dish perfect for warm weather. Crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and sharp red onions are marinated in a light, tangy dressing made with white vinegar, olive oil, and a hint of garlic and sugar. The flavors meld beautifully after chilling, making it an easy, no-cook salad that pairs well with a variety of meals.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 4 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges or large chunks
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
Dressing
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Optional Garnish
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill or parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the thinly sliced cucumbers, cut tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onion to create the fresh base for the salad.
- Make the dressing: In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the white vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder until the mixture is well combined and slightly emulsified.
- Combine salad and dressing: Pour the dressing over the mixed vegetables and toss gently but thoroughly to coat every piece evenly in the tangy mixture.
- Marinate: Cover the bowl tightly and refrigerate the salad for at least 1 hour to allow the flavors to meld together and the vegetables to absorb the dressing.
- Serve: Before serving, optionally garnish with freshly chopped dill or parsley for added aroma and color. Serve chilled or at room temperature for best taste.
Notes
- This salad tastes even better the next day as the flavors continue to marinate and develop.
- For a slightly sweeter and more complex flavor, substitute white vinegar with apple cider vinegar.
- Use fresh herbs like dill or parsley to enhance the salad’s freshness and presentation.
- Adjust sugar and salt according to your preference for sweetness and seasoning.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
