Tangy vinaigrette brings fresh cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes together in a bright, flavorful summer side.
# Ingredient List:
→ Produce
01 - 2 medium cucumbers, thinly sliced
02 - 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes, halved
03 - 1 small red or white onion, thinly sliced
04 - 1 clove garlic, minced
05 - 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or dill
→ Pantry
06 - 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar or red wine vinegar
07 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
08 - Salt, to taste
09 - Black pepper, to taste
10 - 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
# Directions:
01 - Wash cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion thoroughly. Slice cucumbers into thin rounds, halve the tomatoes, and thinly slice the onion.
02 - In a separate bowl, whisk together the vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Stir in red pepper flakes if desired.
03 - Place sliced cucumbers, halved tomatoes, and onion into a large mixing bowl.
04 - Pour the vinaigrette over the vegetables. Toss gently until evenly coated.
05 - Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to marinate, preferably a few hours or overnight. Toss again before serving and garnish with fresh herbs.
