Marinated Cucumbers Onions Tomatoes (Print)
Crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and onions marinated for a fresh and delicious side dish.
# Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 small red or white onion, thinly sliced
→ Vinaigrette
04 - 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
05 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
06 - 1 clove garlic, minced
07 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill
08 - Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
09 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, optional
# Directions:
01 - Thoroughly wash the cucumbers and tomatoes. Thinly slice the cucumbers, halve the cherry tomatoes, and thinly slice the onion.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar with extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir in red pepper flakes if desired.
03 - In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, and sliced onion. Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss gently to ensure even coating.
04 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld. For enhanced flavor, marinate for a few hours or overnight.
05 - Toss the salad again before serving. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or dill.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Uses simple garden or market vegetables
- Ready with just a bit of hands-on time and no special equipment
- Delivers cool crisp texture and zippy flavor that wakes up any meal
- Pairs with almost everything from grilled meats to sandwiches and simple pastas
02 -
- Rich in vitamin C and antioxidants
- Low calorie and naturally gluten free
- Stays crisp and bright for days in the fridge
03 -
- Slice the cucumbers and onions super thin for the most pleasing texture.
- Let the salad marinate as long as possible but toss it right before serving to wake up the flavors. A dusting of flaky salt just before eating makes every bite pop.