Cucumber, Tomato and Onion Salad

This Marinated Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad is the perfect summer dish, combining fresh veggies with a tangy marinade. It's a simple, flavorful side dish that's ready in just 5 minutes—ideal for BBQs, picnics, or any warm-weather gathering.

Ingredients

• 3 medium cucumbers, peeled and sliced ¼ inch thick
  
  

• 1 medium white onion, sliced and separated into rings
  
  

• 3 medium tomatoes, chopped
  
  

• ½ cup vinegar of choice (apple cider, white, or rice vinegar)
  
  

• ¼ cup granulated sugar (or sugar substitute)
  
  

• 1 cup water
  
  

• 2 teaspoons salt
  
  

• ½ teaspoon coarse black pepper
  
  

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil (olive oil preferred)
  
  

• ½ teaspoon dried basil
  
  

• ½ teaspoon dried parsley
  
  

Directions

1. Combine cucumbers, tomatoes, onion, sugar, water, vinegar, oil, salt, pepper, and dried herbs in a large bowl. Mix well.
   
   

2. Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to marinate.
   
   

3. Before serving, bring to room temperature or serve cold with or without the liquid.
   
   

Nutritional Value

• Calories: 165 kcal
  
  

• Carbohydrates: 24g
  
  

• Protein: 2g
  
  

• Fat: 7g
  
  

• Saturated Fat: 2g
  
  

• Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g
  
  

• Monounsaturated Fat: 3g
  
  

• Trans Fat: 1g
  
  

• Sodium: 1177mg
  
  

• Potassium: 570mg
  
  

• Fiber: 3g
  
  

• Sugar: 19g
  
  

• Vitamin A: 932 IU
  
  

• Vitamin C: 22mg
  
  

• Calcium: 55mg
  
  

• Iron: 1mg