Description
This marinated cucumber, onion, and tomato salad is a tangy, refreshing summer side dish made with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and zesty onions. Perfect for BBQs, potlucks, and picnics, this easy make-ahead salad bursts with flavor thanks to its simple vinegar-based marinade. A quick, healthy, and colorful addition to any warm-weather menu.
Ingredients
- 3 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
- 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 1 medium onion, thinly sliced into rings
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup distilled white vinegar
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the water, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper until the sugar fully dissolves.
- Add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion slices to the bowl.
- Gently toss to coat all the vegetables evenly in the marinade.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight for best flavor.
- Stir before serving to redistribute the marinade.
Notes
- Add fresh herbs like dill or parsley for extra brightness.
- Swap white vinegar with apple cider for variation.
- Adjust sweetness by reducing sugar or using honey.
- For a touch of heat, sprinkle in crushed red pepper flakes.
- Salad is best served chilled and gets more flavorful the longer it marinates.
