Description
This Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes recipe is a refreshing summer salad made with a tangy vinegar dressing. Perfect as a side for BBQs, picnics, or weeknight dinners, this easy marinated vegetable salad features crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and sharp onions soaked in a sweet and zesty brine. Ideal for meal prep and backyard gatherings.
Ingredients
2 large cucumbers
4 medium tomatoes
1 medium onion
1 cup white vinegar
1 cup water
1⁄4 cup granulated sugar
1 1⁄2 teaspoons salt
1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Slice the cucumbers into rounds or half-moons, chop the tomatoes into wedges or chunks, and thinly slice the onion.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, salt, and black pepper until dissolved.
3. Add the sliced vegetables to a large bowl or container and pour the marinade over them.
4. Toss gently to coat, then cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.
5. Stir gently before serving and enjoy chilled.
Notes
Use garden-fresh vegetables for maximum flavor.
Let it marinate overnight for best taste.
Adjust sugar or vinegar based on your flavor preference.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Marinated
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 0.2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 1.5g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg