Would You Eat This Classic Marinated Cucumber, Tomato, and Onion Salad

Ingredients

  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
  • ½ cup apple cider vinegar (or white vinegar)
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon sugar (or honey for a natural option)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon dried oregano (or fresh herbs like basil or dill)
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional for heat)
  • ¼ cup water

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions.
  2. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, pepper, oregano, and red pepper flakes. Add water and mix well.
  3. Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss to coat evenly.
  4. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or up to 24 hours) to allow flavors to blend.
  5. Serve chilled and enjoy!

Let me know if you want any tweaks! 😊

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