Marinated Zucchini and Tomato Salad

This marinated zucchini and tomato salad is a refreshing and flavorful summer side dish. The zucchini is thinly sliced and marinated in a mixture of olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper. The tomatoes are halved and added to the salad, along with crumbled feta cheese and thinly sliced red onion. The salad is then refrigerated for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled.

This recipe is inspired by the classic Greek salad, but with a few twists. I wanted to create a salad that was light and refreshing, but still packed with flavor. I also wanted to use seasonal ingredients, so I opted for zucchini and tomatoes. The result is a salad that is perfect for a summer picnic or barbecue.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 0 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 zucchini, thinly sliced
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine the zucchini, tomatoes, onion, feta cheese, olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper.
2. Toss to coat.
3. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight.
4. Serve chilled.

Why It Works

• The zucchini is thinly sliced, which allows it to marinate quickly and evenly.
• The olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper create a flavorful marinade that complements the zucchini and tomatoes.
• The feta cheese adds a salty and tangy flavor to the salad.
• The red onion adds a bit of crunch and sweetness to the salad.
• Marinating the salad for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight, allows the flavors to meld and develop.