Description
A refreshing and tangy marinated salad featuring crisp cucumber, sweet red onion, and juicy tomatoes, all tossed in a zesty apple cider vinegar dressing with oregano and a hint of honey. Perfect as a light side dish or a healthy snack.
Ingredients
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Salad Ingredients
- 1 large cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 medium tomatoes, chopped
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp honey or sugar (optional for sweetness)
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp dried oregano or Italian seasoning
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley or basil, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the Vegetables: Slice the cucumber and red onion thinly, and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces to ensure all flavors meld well with the dressing.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together apple cider vinegar, olive oil, honey (or sugar), salt, black pepper, and oregano until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Combine the Salad: Place the sliced cucumber, red onion, and chopped tomatoes into a large bowl, ready to be dressed.
- Marinate: Pour the prepared dressing over the vegetables, gently tossing everything together to coat the salad evenly without bruising the delicate ingredients.
- Chill: Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to deeply infuse and the vegetables to crisp up.
- Serve: Before serving, garnish the salad with freshly chopped parsley or basil if desired. Serve chilled for a refreshing taste.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use sugar instead of honey.
- You can substitute apple cider vinegar with white wine vinegar if preferred.
- Adjust salt and sweetness according to taste preferences.
- Best served fresh but can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
- Add a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist (optional).
