Marinated Cucumbers, Onions, and Tomatoes

Ingredients:

  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
  • 4-5 large tomatoes, cut into wedges or large chunks
  • 1/2 cup white vinegar
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (optional, for added flavor)
  • 1 tablespoon sugar or a sugar substitute like Swerve (to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil (optional)
  • Fresh herbs for garnish (such as parsley or dill, optional)

Directions:

  1. Prepare the Vegetables: In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, onions, and tomatoes.
  2. Make the Marinade: In a small bowl, whisk together the vinegar, water, olive oil (if using), sugar (or sugar substitute), salt, pepper, oregano, and basil until well combined.
  3. Combine and Marinate: Pour the marinade over the vegetables and toss well to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, preferably 2-3 hours, to allow the flavors to meld. For best results, let it marinate overnight.
  4. Serve: Before serving, give the salad a good toss to redistribute the marinade. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired. Serve chilled.

Weight Watchers Points:

  • Cucumbers, onions, tomatoes, vinegar, water, and spices: 0 points
  • Olive oil: About 1 point per teaspoon (optional)
  • Sugar substitute (Swerve): 0 points

Points Calculation:

If you omit the olive oil, this entire dish can be 0 points. If you choose to include the olive oil, adjust the points based on the amount used. For example, using 2 tablespoons of olive oil would add approximately 8 points to the entire dish. Dividing that among several servings would still keep it low in points.

Summary:

This marinated cucumber, onion, and tomato salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that can be easily adapted to fit into a Weight Watchers plan with minimal points, especially if you omit or reduce the olive oil. Enjoy!