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Zesty & Fresh: Dive into the Ultimate Marinated Cucumber Tomato Salad

Learn how to make delicious Marinated Cucumber Tomato Salad. Easy recipe with step-by-step instructions.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

  • 2 large cucumbers, sliced
  • 3 medium tomatoes, diced
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Chopped fresh dill or parsley, for garnish
  • Optional: 1/4 cup feta cheese, crumbled

If you’re out of red wine vinegar, apple cider vinegar works just as well and adds its own unique touch. And if you’re feeling adventurous, a sprinkle of crumbled feta can elevate this dish to a whole new level. Remember, home cooking is about experimenting with what you have on hand, much like my mom used to do with her magical pantry transformations.

Instructions

  1. Start by preparing your vegetables. Slice the cucumbers and tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Place them all in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and sugar until well combined.
  3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Toss everything gently until the vegetables are well coated with the dressing.
  5. Cover the bowl and let it marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This step is crucial as it allows the flavors to meld beautifully.
  6. Before serving, give the salad a final toss, sprinkle with fresh dill or parsley, and if desired, some crumbled feta cheese.

This salad is best served cold, and I often find myself making it ahead of time during the day, so it’s ready to enjoy by dinner. The marination is a magical step, much like watching my dad’s lentil stew simmer, transforming simple ingredients into something wonderfully delicious.

  • Author: Jenny
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Cooking
  • Cuisine: International

Keywords: Marinated Cucumber Tomato Salad, recipe, cooking, food