Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 1 large cucumber or 2 smaller ones
- 1 small red onion or yellow onion
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Fresh herbs: parsley, cilantro, or dill (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Start by washing the cherry tomatoes and cucumbers thoroughly. Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds or half-moons, depending on your preference. Thinly slice the red onion and set aside.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste, adding more vinegar or honey if desired for a balanced tang and sweetness.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the sliced vegetables. Pour the marinade over the top and toss gently to coat everything evenly. If using fresh herbs, chop them finely and sprinkle over the salad.
- Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully, creating a deliciously marinated effect.
Notes
- Make sure to refrigerate the salad to keep it fresh and flavorful.
- For a more intense marinade, let the salad sit longer, up to 2 hours.
- Add crumbled feta or kalamata olives for extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing, Marinating
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120 Kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg