Description
Fresh Cucumber Tomato Onion Salad is a vibrant, refreshing dish packed with crisp cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and thinly sliced red onions, all generously tossed with fragrant dill and a zesty homemade vinegar dressing. Simple to prepare, this salad is perfect for summer gatherings or as a light side, delivering bright flavors and crunchy textures that pair well with many main courses. The marination enhances the flavors, making every bite delicious.
Ingredients
- 3 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
- 4 large tomatoes, cut into wedges
- 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
- Layer cucumber, tomato, and onion slices in a large bowl.
- Sprinkle with fresh dill.
- Whisk together all dressing ingredients until sugar dissolves.
- Pour dressing over vegetables.
- Toss gently to coat.
- Refrigerate 1 hour to marinate.
- Toss again before serving.
Notes
Substitute fresh dill with dried dill (use 1 tbsp dried), or try parsley or basil for a different flavor profile. Use apple cider vinegar as an alternative to white vinegar. This salad can be made a day in advance; store covered in the fridge. For best texture, serve within 24 hours. If salad becomes watery, drain excess liquid before serving. To cut bitterness from onions, soak slices in ice water before mixing.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg