Marinated Cucumber, Tomato & Onion Salad
Marinated Cucumber, Tomato & Onion Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish bursting with summer flavors. Featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy ripe tomatoes, and tangy onions, this salad offers a delightful crunch and zesty taste that elevates any meal. Perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch, it requires minimal prep and is sure to impress guests with its stunning colors and delicious flavor profile.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups cucumbers (sliced)
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes (diced)
- 1 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh herbs (basil or parsley, chopped)
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into half-moons or quarters, dice tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, and thinly slice red onion.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil and red wine vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions. Pour dressing over the top and mix until well-coated.
- Add chopped herbs and gently toss to incorporate.
- Cover the salad with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container. Refrigerate for at least one hour to let flavors meld.
- Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to customize by adding bell peppers for extra crunch or feta cheese for creaminess. For a unique twist, incorporate dill or olives.