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Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad

Fresh Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad Bliss

This Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad is perfect for summer, combining crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty onions for a refreshing dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2 cups sliced English cucumbers Use fewer seeds for extra crunch
  • 1.5 cups halved cherry tomatoes Substitute with grape tomatoes if desired
  • 1 whole thinly sliced red onion Soak in cold water to mellow if too strong
For the Dressing
  • 0.25 cups apple cider vinegar Lemon juice or white wine vinegar can substitute
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Opt for the finest flavor
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Use granulated sugar for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to your liking
  • 0.25 teaspoon black pepper Freshly cracked recommended
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano Can swap with Italian seasoning
For the Garnish
  • 2 tablespoons freshly chopped parsley or dill Optional but recommended for brightening

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • small bowl
  • Spatula
  • Salad Tongs
  • Plastic Wrap

Method
 

Combine Ingredients
  1. In a large mixing bowl, add 2 cups of sliced English cucumbers, 1.5 cups of halved cherry tomatoes, and 1 thinly sliced red onion. Toss gently until evenly distributed.
Prepare the Dressing
  1. In a small bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of apple cider vinegar, 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon of sugar, 1 teaspoon of salt, ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, and ½ teaspoon of oregano until smooth.
Combine Salad and Dressing
  1. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and toss until well coated.
Chill Time
  1. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
Garnish
  1. Before serving, stir and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or dill.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Allow longer marination for richer flavor; store in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

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