Description

Cool, crisp, and bursting with flavor, Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes is the perfect quick side dish for summer picnics, BBQs, and easy weeknight dinners. Fresh cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and zesty onions soak in a tangy-sweet marinade of apple cider vinegar, olive oil, herbs, and seasoning. This no-cook, gluten-free, vegan recipe is a healthy snack, a light lunch, or the ultimate refreshing side for grilled meats and seafood. Perfect for anyone looking for easy recipes, dinner ideas, or fresh summer food ideas.

Ingredients

2 large cucumbers sliced thin

2 cups cherry or grape tomatoes halved

1 medium onion thinly sliced

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar

1/4 cup olive oil

2 tablespoons sugar

2 tablespoons fresh dill chopped (or 2 teaspoons dried dill)

1 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon black pepper

1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional

Instructions

1. Slice cucumbers into thin, even rounds. Halve the tomatoes and thinly slice the onions. Place in a large mixing bowl or wide-mouth jar.

2. In a separate bowl, whisk vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, pepper, dill, and red pepper flakes (if using) until sugar dissolves.

3. Pour marinade over vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.

4. Cover bowl or seal jar tightly and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, preferably overnight.

5. Stir gently before serving and enjoy chilled.

Notes

For best flavor, let the salad marinate overnight before serving.

Use firm cucumbers and ripe but not overripe tomatoes for perfect texture.

Adjust sugar and vinegar to taste for a sweeter or tangier flavor profile.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: No-Cook
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 70
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 180mg
Fat: 4g
Saturated Fat: 0.5g
Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 7g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: quick side dish, marinated vegetables, summer salad, easy recipe, gluten-free, vegan, healthy snack, BBQ sides, dinner ideas, fresh food ideas