This marinated cucumber, onion, and tomato salad is fresh, tangy, and full of flavor. It’s a simple side dish that works perfectly with grilled meats, rice meals, or as a light healthy snack.
⏱️ Prep Time
10 minutes
❄️ Marinating Time
20–30 minutes
⏱️ Total Time
30–40 minutes
🍳 Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Knife and cutting board
- Spoon for mixing
- Cover or lid
🥣 Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 medium tomatoes (chopped or wedged)
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp vinegar (white or apple cider)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp sugar (optional, balances acidity)
- 1 tsp dried oregano or parsley (optional)
📝 Ingredient Notes
- Cucumber adds crunch and freshness
- Onion gives sharp flavor
- Tomatoes add juiciness and sweetness
- Vinegar and lemon create the tangy marinade
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare Vegetables
- Slice cucumber, onion, and tomatoes evenly
- Place them in a large bowl
2. Make Marinade
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, salt, pepper, and sugar
3. Combine
- Pour marinade over vegetables
- Toss gently until well coated
4. Marinate
- Cover and refrigerate for 20–30 minutes
- Stir once before serving
📊 Nutrition Facts (approx per serving)
- Calories: 90 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Fiber: 2g
- Sugar: 5g
💡 Tips
- Chill before serving for best flavor
- Use fresh, firm vegetables for crunch
- Add chili flakes for a spicy kick
- Don’t over-marinate (vegetables may become too soft)
🔄 Variations
🧄 Garlic Version
- Add minced garlic for stronger flavor
🌶️ Spicy Salad
- Add green chilies or chili flakes
🧀 Mediterranean Style
- Add feta cheese and olives
🍯 Sweet & Tangy
- Increase sugar slightly for balanced taste
🥗 Why It’s Popular
- Quick and easy to prepare
- Refreshing and healthy
- Perfect side dish for any meal
- Simple ingredients with big flavor