Name: Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 pint Cherry or grape tomatoes (Use ripe tomatoes, not mushy.); 2 pieces Cucumbers (Crisp cucumbers for texture.); 1 clove Garlic (Minced for flavor.); 1 small Red or white onion (Melts slightly when marinated.); 1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar (Can substitute with white vinegar.); 2 tablespoons Olive oil, extra virgin (For richness.); 1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (Adjust to taste.); to taste Salt and pepper (Salt to taste at the end.); 1 tablespoon Parsley or dill, fresh (Chopped for garnishing.)

Description

A refreshing and simple salad featuring marinated cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes, perfect for hot summer days and easy weeknight meals.

Ingredients

Vegetables

1 pint Cherry or grape tomatoes (Use ripe tomatoes, not mushy.)
2 pieces Cucumbers (Crisp cucumbers for texture.)
1 clove Garlic (Minced for flavor.)
1 small Red or white onion (Melts slightly when marinated.)

Dressing

1/4 cup Apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar (Can substitute with white vinegar.)
2 tablespoons Olive oil, extra virgin (For richness.)
1/2 teaspoon Red pepper flakes (Adjust to taste.)
to taste Salt and pepper (Salt to taste at the end.)
1 tablespoon Parsley or dill, fresh (Chopped for garnishing.)

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Instructions

Preparation

Slice the cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions.
In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and minced garlic.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, parsley or dill, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables and toss to combine.
Let the mixture marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

Store leftovers in a covered container in the fridge for up to three days. For best quality, store the dressing separately if keeping longer.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Category: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American, Mediterranean