Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes
Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes is a refreshing salad that bursts with flavor and vibrant colors. This easy-to-make dish combines crunchy cucumbers, tangy red onions, and sweet cherry tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect as a side dish or light snack, it’s a delightful way to add brightness to any meal. Enjoy it chilled for the best taste experience!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
- ¼ cup fresh dill or parsley, chopped
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons. Halve the cherry tomatoes.
- Thinly slice the red onion; soak in cold water for about 10 minutes if you prefer a milder taste.
- In a large bowl, combine cucumbers, onions, cherry tomatoes, and chopped herbs.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together olive oil and red wine vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss gently until well coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight) to allow flavors to meld before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg