Description
Fresh, tangy, and vibrant—this Easy Marinated Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Recipe is your new go-to for quick sides, healthy snacks, or light meals. Perfect for hot days, cookouts, or weekday meal prep, this no-cook recipe is packed with juicy tomatoes, crunchy cucumbers, and sharp onions all soaked in a zesty vinegar marinade. Whether you’re browsing for easy dinner ideas, healthy snacks, or a quick side dish to round out your summer recipes, this one checks all the boxes. Simple to make, easy to store, and bursting with flavor—this is a dish you’ll find yourself craving again and again.
Ingredients
1 large English cucumber, thinly sliced
1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
1 small red or white onion, thinly sliced
⅓ cup apple cider vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried parsley or oregano
¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
1. Wash and slice the cucumbers into thin rounds. Halve the cherry or grape tomatoes. Thinly slice the onion.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the apple cider vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, pepper, herbs, and red pepper flakes (if using).
3. Place all vegetables into a large bowl or jar and pour the marinade over them. Toss or stir to coat evenly.
4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. For best results, chill for 4–8 hours or overnight.
5. Before serving, give the salad a gentle stir to redistribute the marinade. Serve chilled and enjoy.
Notes
Let it marinate longer for deeper flavor—the longer it chills, the better it tastes.
Use firm cucumbers and tomatoes to maintain the best texture throughout storage.
Adjust seasoning after chilling if needed; flavors can mellow out overnight.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: easy salad, summer side dish, healthy snack, marinated vegetables, quick dinner idea