Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes – The Ultimate Summer Salad!

Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes – The Ultimate Summer Salad!

When summer arrives in full swing, our cravings lean toward cool, crisp, and hydrating dishes that keep us refreshed without sacrificing flavor. One of the all-time classic summer salads that beautifully embodies these traits is the Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes Salad. It’s colorful, tangy, slightly sweet, and bursting with garden-fresh flavors. Best of all? It’s incredibly simple to make.

Let’s walk through everything you need to know to prepare this ultimate summer salad — step by step.

🥒 Why This Salad is Perfect for Summer

This salad is a celebration of fresh, seasonal produce. The crunch of cucumbers, the tang of onions, and the juicy burst of tomatoes come together in a tangy-sweet vinaigrette that infuses every bite with refreshing flavor. It’s perfect for cookouts, potlucks, picnics, or as a light side dish on a hot evening.

🛒 Ingredients

Here’s what you’ll need to make a generous bowl of marinated cucumber, onion, and tomato salad:

• 2 large cucumbers (sliced thin)
• 3 medium tomatoes (cut into wedges or chunks)
• 1 large red onion (thinly sliced into rings)
• 1/2 cup white vinegar
• 1/4 cup water
• 1/4 cup olive oil (or vegetable oil)
• 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
• Optional additions: chopped fresh parsley, basil, or dill

🥗 Step-by-Step Preparation Method

Step 1: Prep the Vegetables

1. Wash all vegetables thoroughly under cold running water.
2. Peel the cucumbers (optional if you prefer them peeled), and slice them thinly into rounds.
3. Cut the tomatoes into wedges or large chunks, depending on your preference.
4. Peel and slice the onion into very thin rings or half-moons.

Tip: If your onions are too sharp, soak them in ice water for 10 minutes and drain before marinating — this mellows the flavor.

Step 2: Make the Marinade

1. In a bowl or jar, combine:
   • ½ cup white vinegar
   • ¼ cup water
   • ¼ cup olive oil
   • 2 tablespoons sugar
   • 1 teaspoon salt
   • ½ teaspoon black pepper
   • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
2. Whisk or shake the ingredients together until the sugar is dissolved and the marinade is fully blended.

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