Cucumber Tomato Onion Salad

a cucumber tomato onion salad in a light vinaigrette — super fresh, simple, and perfect as a side dish.

Here’s a classic version of the recipe:

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🥒 Cucumber Tomato Onion Salad

Ingredients

• 2–3 medium cucumbers, sliced (about 3 cups)

• 2 cups cherry or Roma tomatoes, chopped

• ½ medium red or white onion, thinly sliced

• ¼ cup white vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)

• 2–3 tbsp olive oil

• 1–2 tsp sugar (optional, balances acidity)

• ½–1 tsp salt (to taste)

• ¼ tsp black pepper

• Optional: fresh parsley, dill, or basil

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Instructions

1. Prep vegetables
   Slice cucumbers into rounds, chop tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, and thinly slice onion.

2. Make dressing
   In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, olive oil, sugar (if using), salt, and pepper.

3. Combine
   Add vegetables to a large bowl. Pour dressing over and toss gently.

4. Chill (recommended)
   Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors blend.

5. Taste & adjust
   Add more salt, vinegar, or herbs if needed before serving.

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Optional Variations

• Add feta cheese for a Mediterranean twist

• Toss in avocado for creaminess

• Add a splash of lemon juice for extra brightness

• Sprinkle with red pepper flakes for a little heat

If you’d like, I can also give you a creamy version or a no-sugar version 🙂