Slice tomatoes and arrange them in a shallow bowl or dish.
Scatter thin onion slices on top.
Make the Marinade:
In a small bowl, whisk together water, vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper until dissolved.
(Optional) add oil for a smoother taste.
Combine:
Pour marinade over tomatoes and onions.
Gently toss to coat everything well.
Marinate:
Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let the flavors blend.
Serve:
Garnish with chopped parsley and serve chilled.
🍽️ Serving Tip
This salad is the perfect refreshing side for pörkölt (stews), rántott hús (breaded pork schnitzel), or grilled meats. The vinegariness balances rich and fatty dishes beautifully.
Would you like me to give you the cucumber + tomato combo version (Uborka-Paradicsomsaláta), which is very popular in Hungary and has a slightly creamier dressing?
