Description

This Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes recipe is a refreshing, no-cook side dish perfect for hot summer days, quick lunches, and meal prep. It’s a healthy snack idea made with crisp cucumbers, sweet cherry tomatoes, and sharp onions marinated in a tangy vinegar-based dressing. If you’re looking for easy dinner ideas, healthy summer sides, or simple food ideas with bold flavor, this quick recipe hits all the marks. It’s low in calories, easy to prepare, and customizable to suit any flavor profile you love.

Ingredients

2 cups cucumbers, thinly sliced

1 cup cherry tomatoes, halved

0.5 medium white onion, thinly sliced

0.33 cup apple cider vinegar

0.25 cup olive oil

1 tablespoon sugar (optional)

1 teaspoon salt

0.5 teaspoon black pepper

0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

1 teaspoon dried parsley or Italian herb blend

1 garlic clove, finely minced (optional)

Instructions

1. Wash all vegetables thoroughly. Slice cucumbers and onions thinly, and halve the cherry tomatoes.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, herbs, and garlic.

3. Add cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes to the bowl. Toss gently to coat all vegetables in the marinade.

4. Transfer mixture to a mason jar or glass container, pouring in remaining marinade until vegetables are covered.

5. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving, preferably overnight. Stir or shake occasionally to redistribute marinade.

6. Serve chilled as a side, topping, or salad.

Notes

Use seedless cucumbers like English or Persian for the best texture.

Let the veggies marinate overnight for optimal flavor infusion.

Always use a clean utensil to serve to keep it fresh longer.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Calories: 60
Sugar: 2g
Sodium: 220mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 0.8g
Unsaturated Fat: 4.2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 4g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 0.5g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: marinated vegetables, quick salad, healthy snack, easy summer side