Description
A refreshing blend of cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions marinated in a tangy-sweet vinegar dressing with herbs. This easy, no-cook dish is perfect for picnics, BBQs, or everyday sides.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 3 ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges or thick slices
- 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/2 cup white vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix together vinegar, water, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper until sugar dissolves.
- Add sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and red onions to the bowl.
- Gently toss to coat all vegetables in the marinade.
- Transfer mixture to a shallow dish or container with a lid.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, ideally overnight, to let the flavors develop.
- Before serving, sprinkle with fresh chopped dill and give it one last stir.
- Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
- For best results, use ripe tomatoes and fresh herbs.
- This dish gets better after marinating overnight.
- Adjust sugar or vinegar to suit your taste preferences.
- Try adding sliced jalapeños for a spicy version.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: marinated salad, cucumber tomato onion salad, summer side dish, no-cook vegan recipe