Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes
A timeless Southern summer salad featuring crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and red onions, all marinated in a tangy, slightly sweet vinaigrette. Easy to prepare, refreshing, healthy, and perfect as a side for picnics, barbecues, and weeknight dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Total Time 15 minutes mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 65 kcal
- 2 large cucumbers peeled and sliced
- 4 medium tomatoes cut into wedges
- 1 medium red onion thinly sliced
- 1 cup white vinegar
- 1 cup water
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh dill
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Wash and peel the cucumbers. Slice them into thin rounds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Cut the tomatoes into wedges or large chunks and add them to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add the sliced onion to the prepared vegetables in the mixing bowl.
In a separate measuring cup or small bowl, combine white vinegar, water, granulated sugar, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and olive oil. Stir until the sugar and salt are fully dissolved.
Pour the marinade over the vegetables and gently toss to coat all pieces evenly.
Add the chopped fresh dill and stir again to distribute.
Cover the bowl or transfer the mixture to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 1 hour. For the best flavor, marinate for 4 to 6 hours or overnight.
Before serving, stir the salad well to redistribute the marinade. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Calories: 65kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSodium: 320mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g
Keyword Southern salad, marinated cucumbers, summer salad, garden vegetables, healthy side