Here’s a quick and refreshing recipe for marinated cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes—perfect as a salad or side dish:
🥒🍅 Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes
🧾 Ingredients:
- 2 cups cucumbers (sliced thin)
- 2 cups tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 small red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp vinegar (white, apple cider, or red wine)
- 1 tsp sugar (optional)
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tsp dried oregano or fresh herbs (basil, parsley, or dill)
- Optional: 1 clove garlic (minced)
👩🍳 Instructions:
- Prepare vegetables
Slice cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions evenly. Place them in a bowl. - Make marinade
Mix olive oil, vinegar, sugar, salt, pepper, herbs, and garlic (if using). - Combine
Pour marinade over vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly. - Marinate
Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld. Overnight is even better. - Serve
Chill and serve as a refreshing salad or side for grilled meats, rice, or sandwiches.
🔥 Tips & Variations:
- Spicy twist: Add a pinch of chili flakes or sliced jalapeño
- Tangy flavor: Use lemon juice instead of vinegar
- Creamy version: Add a dollop of yogurt for a cucumber-tomato raita style salad
- Keeps well in the fridge for 2–3 days
If you want, I can give you a Mediterranean-style marinated version with feta and olives that’s extra flavorful and fancy-looking. Do you want me to share that?
