Tomato-Cucumber Salad

Every backyard cookout, every potluck table, every summer supper needs a salad like this one in the lineup.

Thin-sliced cucumbers, chunked tomatoes, and slivered onion soak in a light dressing of vinegar, sugar, and water until everything turns cool, tangy, and irresistible.

The longer it marinates, the better it gets. An hour is the minimum, but overnight? That’s when the magic really happens.

Kitchen Tips

• Use the ripest, most flavorful summer tomato you can get your hands on. This salad lives or dies by the quality of the produce.
• Slice the cucumber paper-thin so it absorbs the marinade fully. A mandoline makes quick work of it.
• Toss in fresh dill or torn basil for an herby twist that pairs with grilled meats.