Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad… Simple and Good
Cucumber, Onion, and Tomato Salad… Simple and Good is a refreshing, vibrant dish that brings the taste of summer to your table. This easy-to-make salad combines crunchy cucumbers, juicy tomatoes, and sharp onions, creating a delightful medley that’s perfect for barbecues, picnics, or as a light lunch. With just 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this nutritious side that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or stands alone as a healthy meal option. Customize it with your favorite herbs or creamy avocado for an added twist. Enjoy this colorful salad chilled for maximum flavor!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves approximately 4 people 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 tomatoes, diced
- 3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced
- 1 onion, thinly sliced
- ½ cup vinegar (white or apple cider)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon cracked pepper
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 1 cup water
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the diced tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and thinly sliced onion.
- In another bowl or jar, whisk together the vinegar, sugar, salt, cracked pepper, water, and olive oil until fully combined.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture in the large bowl and toss gently to coat the vegetables evenly.
- Cover and chill in the refrigerator for at least 15-20 minutes before serving to enhance flavors.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg