Description
A fresh and tangy marinated cucumber, onion, and tomato salad that combines crisp vegetables with a flavorful apple cider vinegar dressing. Perfect as a light side dish or refreshing snack, this salad is quick to prepare and can be chilled to enhance its vibrant flavors.
Ingredients
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Vegetables
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
Dressing
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar (optional for sweetness)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
Garnish
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the cucumber and red onion thinly, and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces to ensure even flavor distribution in the salad.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey or sugar (if using), salt, black pepper, and dried oregano or Italian seasoning until the mixture is well combined and emulsified.
- Combine the Salad: Place the sliced cucumber, onion, and chopped tomatoes into a large mixing bowl, ready to be dressed.
- Marinate: Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables and gently toss everything together, making sure all the pieces are coated evenly with the tangy dressing.
- Chill: Cover the bowl and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the vegetables to absorb the flavors from the marinade fully.
- Serve: Before serving, garnish the salad with chopped fresh parsley or basil if desired. Serve chilled for a refreshing and vibrant salad experience.
Notes
- This salad is best served chilled, allowing enough time for the marinade to permeate the vegetables.
- For a sweeter dressing, adjust the amount of honey or sugar according to your preference.
- You can substitute Italian seasoning for dried oregano based on what you have available.
- Fresh herbs like parsley or basil add vibrant flavor but can be omitted if unavailable.
- This salad keeps well in the refrigerator for up to 2 days; however, the vegetables may soften over time.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
