Marinated Cucumbers Onions Tomatoes (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Vegetables
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2 cucumbers, thinly sliced
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1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
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1 small red or white onion, thinly sliced
→ Marinade
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60 ml apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
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30 ml extra virgin olive oil
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1 clove garlic, minced
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1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill
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Salt, to taste
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Black pepper, to taste
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0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
# Instructions:
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Wash cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly. Slice cucumbers thinly, halve the cherry or grape tomatoes, and thinly slice the onion.
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In a mixing bowl, whisk together the vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, minced garlic, a generous pinch of salt and black pepper. Add red pepper flakes if desired.
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Place the sliced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, and sliced onion in a large bowl.
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Pour the prepared marinade over the vegetables. Toss gently to ensure even coating.
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Cover the bowl and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop. For optimal taste, marinate for several hours or overnight.
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Toss the salad once more before serving. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley or dill as garnish.
# Notes:
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For best flavor, allow the vegetables to marinate overnight. This enhances their texture and infuses deeper flavor into every bite.