🥒🍅 Marinated Cucumber, Tomatoes and Onion Salad
🥗 Introduction
Sometimes the simplest recipes become the most loved ones. Marinated cucumber, tomato, and onion salad is a refreshing dish made with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and thin slices of onion soaked in a tangy marinade. This salad is light, vibrant, and full of flavor.
It’s the kind of dish that appears at family barbecues, summer picnics, and casual dinners because it’s quick to prepare and pairs perfectly with grilled meats, roasted dishes, or even fresh bread. The magic happens when the vegetables sit in the marinade, absorbing the sweet, tangy, and slightly savory flavors.
🧾 Ingredients
For the Salad
3 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
2 cups cherry tomatoes (or 3 large tomatoes), halved
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons fresh parsley or dill (optional)
For the Marinade
½ cup white vinegar or apple cider vinegar
¼ cup olive oil
2 tablespoons sugar (optional for sweetness)
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried oregano or Italian seasoning
1 garlic clove, minced (optional)
🔪 Preparation Method
