🥗 Ensaladang Pipino at Kamatis

Side Dish · Main ingredient: Cucumber · ⏱ 10 min · Serves 5 · ~₱75 · Best for: Snack

Ingredients

• 3 pc 3 medium cucumbers, sliced thin
• 3 pc 3 medium tomatoes, sliced into wedges
• 1 pc 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 0.3333 cup 1/3 cup white or cane vinegar
• 3 pinch 1 tsp salt
• 0.5 tsp 1/2 tsp ground black pepper
• 1 tsp 1 tsp sugar (optional)
• 1 tbsp 1 tbsp cooking oil (optional)

Instructions

1. Wash the cucumbers and tomatoes thoroughly, then slice the cucumbers into thin rounds and the tomatoes into wedges.
2. Place the sliced cucumbers in a colander, sprinkle with a little salt, and let sit for 10 minutes to draw out excess water; pat dry.
3. In a large bowl, combine the cucumbers, tomatoes, and sliced onion.
4. In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar, salt, pepper, sugar, and oil (if using) to make the dressing.
5. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to coat evenly.
6. Let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 10-15 minutes before serving to let the flavors meld.
7. Serve cold as a refreshing side dish to grilled or fried Filipino main courses.

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