Marinated Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad
This refreshing Marinated Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad is perfect for a light and healthy side dish. It's easy to prepare and full of fresh flavors that complement any meal.
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 2 large cucumbers thinly sliced
- 4 medium tomatoes sliced into wedges
- 1 small red onion thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh parsley chopped
For the Marinade:
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tsp sugar
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomato wedges, and thinly sliced red onion.
- Make the marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, sugar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Marinate the salad: Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 4 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish and serve: Before serving, toss the salad again and sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley.
This turned out to be a simple and delicious dish.