Marinated Cucumber Onion Tomato (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Fresh Vegetables
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3 medium cucumbers, peeled and thinly sliced
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1 medium onion, cut into rings
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3 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges
→ Tangy Marinade
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½ cup white vinegar
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¼ cup granulated sugar
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1 cup water
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2 teaspoons salt
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1 teaspoon black pepper
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¼ cup vegetable oil
→ Fresh Finish
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1 teaspoon fresh mint, chopped
# Instructions:
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In a large mixing bowl, combine cucumbers, onion, and tomatoes, ensuring even distribution.
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In a separate bowl, whisk together white vinegar, granulated sugar, water, salt, black pepper, and vegetable oil until the sugar dissolves completely.
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Pour the marinade over the vegetables and gently toss to coat. Add chopped fresh mint if desired and mix gently.
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Cover the salad and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or preferably overnight for enhanced flavor absorption.
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Stir the salad before serving to redistribute the marinade. Serve cold and enjoy.
# Notes:
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This salad improves over time as the vegetables absorb the marinade flavors.
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Consider substituting white vinegar with red wine vinegar or vegetable oil with olive oil for a flavor variation.
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This dish works well for meal prep as the vegetables remain crisp for several days.