This salad is zesty and refreshing as the vinegar from the pickled onions combines with the flavors of the fresh vegetables, olive oil, and cheese.
1
2
cups
onion, red (thinly sliced)
½
cup
vinegar, white
½
cup
water
2
tbsp
sugar
Combine vinegar, water, and sugar in a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Add the onions and simmer until soft. Bottle onions with their juice overnight before using.
2
3
cups
cucumbers (thinly sliced)
1½
cups
cherry tomatoes (quartered)
1
cup
picked red onion
8
oz
mozzerella (diced)
½
cup
basil (shredded)
3
tbsp
picked red onion juice
3
tbsp
olive oil, extra-virgin
1
tsp
black pepper
1
tsp
salt
Combine ingredients in a large bowl and toss. Chill before serving.