This Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad is a light and refreshing side dish that’s perfect for a summer cookout or a simple weeknight meal. The crisp vegetables are tossed in a tangy vinaigrette, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully for a delicious and easy-to-make salad.
Ingredients:
Ingredient | Quantity |
Medium cucumbers, thinly sliced | 2 |
Medium red onion, thinly sliced | 1 |
Medium tomatoes, chopped | 3 |
Olive oil | ¼ cup |
Red wine vinegar | ¼ cup |
Sugar | 1 tablespoon |
Salt | 1 teaspoon |
Black pepper | ½ teaspoon |
Fresh dill, chopped | 1 tablespoon |
Instructions:
- Combine the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the 2 thinly sliced cucumbers, 1 thinly sliced red onion, and 3 chopped tomatoes.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the ¼ cup olive oil, ¼ cup red wine vinegar, 1 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper until the sugar is dissolved and the dressing is well combined.
- Marinate the Salad: Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat everything evenly. Sprinkle the 1 tablespoon of fresh dill over the salad and toss one more time.
- Chill & Serve: Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to marinate and meld together. Serve the salad chilled.
Enjoy this refreshing and flavorful salad!