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Serving bowl filled with marinated summer vegetables, coated lightly in herbs and dressing.

Marinated Cucumbers, Onions and Tomatoes

These Marinated Cucumbers, Onions and Tomatoes are crisp, tangy, refreshing, and easy to make, creating a chilled vegetable side dish that is perfect for barbecues, picnics, cookouts, or simple family dinners.
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Course: Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Marinated Cucumbers, Onions and Tomatoes
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 6

Ingredients

  • 3 medium tomatoes largely chopped
  • 2 large cucumbers sliced
  • 1 large onion sliced into rings
  • 1/4 c granulated sugar
  • 1/4 c olive oil
  • 1/2 c white distilled vinegar
  • 1 c water
  • 1 tsp basil
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

Prepare the vegetables.

  • Place the chopped tomatoes, sliced cucumbers, and onion rings into a large mixing bowl. Toss gently to combine.

Add the water.

  • Pour the water over the vegetables in the bowl.

Prepare the marinade.

  • In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, white distilled vinegar, granulated sugar, basil, and salt and pepper to taste. Whisk until the mixture is well blended.

Combine the vegetables and marinade.

  • Pour the marinade over the vegetables in the mixing bowl.

Mix thoroughly.

  • Stir gently until all of the vegetables are evenly coated with the marinade.

Chill before serving.

  • Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to develop.

Notes

This recipe for Marinated Cucumbers, Onions and Tomatoes is naturally gluten free as written. If preparing it for someone with celiac disease or a strict gluten-free diet, confirm that the dried basil and any additional seasonings used are certified gluten free or free from hidden gluten-containing additives.