This isn’t just a side dish—it’s a summer staple. The perfect blend of sweet, tangy, and herby, this marinated salad is incredibly refreshing and versatile. Make it once, and it will become a regular feature on your table for every barbecue, potluck, and weeknight dinner.
Ingredients:
Cucumbers, sliced
Tomatoes, cut into wedges or chunks
1 medium red or white onion, thinly sliced into rings
½ cup olive oil
¼ cup white distilled vinegar
¼ cup water
3 tablespoons white sugar (or to taste)
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)
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