Here’s a fresh and simple Marinated Cucumber, Onion & Tomato Salad 🥗—crunchy, tangy, and perfect as a side dish or light snack.
🥗 Marinated Cucumber, Onion & Tomato (Recipe)
🧾 Ingredients (serves 2–4)
- 1 large cucumber (sliced)
- 1 medium onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 medium tomatoes (wedged or chopped)
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 tsp salt (adjust to taste)
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ½ tsp red chili flakes (optional)
- ½ tsp dried oregano or mixed herbs (optional)
- Fresh coriander or parsley (optional, for garnish)
👨🍳 Instructions
1. Prepare the vegetables
- Slice cucumber, onion, and tomato evenly
- Place them in a large bowl
2. Make the marinade
- In a small bowl, mix:
- Olive oil
- Lemon juice or vinegar
- Salt, pepper, chili flakes, herbs
3. Combine
- Pour marinade over vegetables
- Toss gently until everything is coated
4. Marinate
- Let it sit for 10–30 minutes
- For best flavor, refrigerate for 1–2 hours
5. Serve
- Mix again before serving
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired
🧠 What makes it great
This salad highlights fresh vegetables like Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion, combined with a tangy marinade that enhances natural flavor without heavy calories.
💡 Pro Tips
- Use chilled vegetables for extra crunch
- Add feta cheese or olives for a Mediterranean twist
- A pinch of sugar can balance extra acidity if needed
If you want, I can also make a desi-style version (with chaat masala) or a weight-loss detox salad version 👍
