Description
Summer’s zesty Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad brings Mediterranean freshness to your table with crisp vegetables and a light vinegar dressing. Refreshing ingredients combine for a perfect side dish you can enjoy alongside grilled meats or as a cool, light lunch.
Ingredients
Scale
Vegetables:
- 3 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium onion, sliced into rings
- 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
Liquid Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup (120 milliliters) vinegar
- 1 cup (240 milliliters) water
- 1/4 cup (60 milliliters) oil
Seasonings and Sweeteners:
- 1/4 cup (50 grams) sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon chopped fresh mint (optional)
Instructions
- Meticulously slice cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes into uniform thin rounds, ensuring each vegetable is cut with precision and placed in a spacious mixing vessel.
- Create a vibrant marinade by vigorously whisking vinegar, sugar, water, salt, pepper, and oil until the sugar completely dissolves, creating a harmonious liquid blend.
- Gently cascade the marinade over the sliced vegetables, using careful circular motions to ensure every piece is thoroughly coated with the tangy dressing.
- Refrigerate the salad for a minimum of 2 hours, allowing the flavors to meld and intensify. For optimal taste development, consider marinating overnight.
- Before serving, optionally sprinkle freshly chopped mint leaves across the surface for an aromatic finishing touch. Present the salad chilled, showcasing its vibrant colors and refreshing profile.
Notes
- Use crisp, firm vegetables to maintain texture and prevent soggy salad during marinating.
- Adjust sugar levels based on personal preference or dietary needs like reducing sweetness for low-sugar diets.
- Consider replacing vinegar with lemon juice for a fresher, brighter flavor profile that works well with Mediterranean and light summer meals.
- Customize herb choices by adding dill, parsley, or basil to enhance the salad’s aromatic qualities and suit different taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer, Snacks
- Method: Pickling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 108 kcal
- Sugar: 8 g
- Sodium: 870 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 10 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg