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Ultra-Quick 10-Minute Tangy Marinated Cucumber Tomato Salad

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Make this refreshing cucumber tomato salad in just 10 minutes. This recipe uses simple garden vegetables tossed in a zesty, tangy marinade, making it the perfect easy vegetable side dish for grilling or light summer meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 4 medium ripe tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional garnish)

Instructions

  1. Wash and prepare all vegetables. Slice the cucumbers and tomatoes, and thinly slice the red onion. Place them together in a medium mixing bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the red wine vinegar, olive oil, dried oregano, salt, and pepper to create the tangy dressing.
  3. Pour the dressing over the vegetables in the mixing bowl.
  4. Gently toss the salad until all the vegetables are evenly coated with the marinade.
  5. Let the cucumber tomato salad sit for at least 5 minutes at room temperature to allow the vegetables to marinate and absorb the flavors. This quick marination step is key for a bright taste.
  6. Taste the salad and adjust salt or pepper if needed.
  7. Serve immediately as a crisp side dish, or chill briefly if preferred. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.

Notes

  • For the best texture, use firm cucumbers like English or Persian varieties.
  • If you want a Mediterranean salad inspiration, add 1/4 cup of crumbled feta cheese just before serving.
  • This salad works well as a make ahead salad if you plan to serve it within 4 hours; drain off excess liquid before serving if it sits too long.

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