Ooo, that one’s a summer classic—cool, tangy, and ridiculously good. Here’s a simple marinated cucumber, tomato & onion salad that gets better the longer it sits.
🥒🍅 Marinated Cucumber, Tomato & Onion Salad
🥗 Ingredients
- 2–3 cucumbers, sliced (English or peeled regular)
- 2 cups tomatoes, chopped or wedged
- ½ red onion, thinly sliced
- ¼ cup vinegar (apple cider or red wine)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp sugar or honey (to taste)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- Optional: fresh dill, parsley, or oregano
🥄 Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, and pepper.
- Add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion.
- Toss well to coat everything.
- Cover and refrigerate at least 30 minutes (1–2 hours is even better).
- Stir before serving; adjust seasoning if needed.
🌿 Variations & Tips
- Creamy version: Add 2–3 tbsp sour cream or Greek yogurt.
- Extra tangy: Add a splash of lemon juice.
- Southern-style: Use white vinegar + a little extra sugar.
- No onion bite: Soak onion slices in cold water 10 minutes first.
- Mediterranean vibe: Add feta and olives.
Perfect next to grilled chicken, burgers, or straight outta the fridge with a fork 😄
Want it sweet, creamy, or extra vinegary?
