Mediterranean Marinated Cucumbers
Brighten up your table with the fresh, vibrant flavors of Mediterranean Marinated Cucumbers! This quick and easy recipe combines crisp English cucumbers, juicy cherry tomatoes, and zesty red onion tossed in a tangy red wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil marinade, infused with garlic, fresh herbs like dill and parsley, and a hint of oregano. Ready in just 20 minutes (plus marination time), this refreshing side dish is perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a light accompaniment to grilled meats and seafood. Serve it chilled for a cool and crunchy taste of the Mediterranean!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 English cucumber
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 Red onion
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Red wine vinegar
- 2 Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tablespoons Fresh dill, chopped
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the cucumbers and cherry tomatoes.
Slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the cucumbers.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl as well.
In a small mixing bowl, prepare the marinade by whisking together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, chopped dill, chopped parsley, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the marinade over the vegetables in the large mixing bowl, tossing to coat all ingredients evenly.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and place it in the refrigerator to marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
Before serving, toss the mixture gently again to redistribute the marinade.
Serve chilled as a refreshing side dish or on its own. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
532 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.6 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 38.9 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 186 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1520 mg | 32% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
