Ingredients:

  • 1 lb (450g) English cucumber, quartered and sliced
  • 1 pint (300g) cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/2 cup (75g) red onion, thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup (15g) fresh parsley, chopped
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) kosher salt
  • 3 tbsp (45ml) extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) red wine vinegar
  • 1 tsp (5ml) honey
  • 1 clove (3g) garlic, minced
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) dried oregano
  • 1/4 tsp (1.5g) black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Slice the cucumbers into uniform rounds, about 3mm thick.
  2. Toss the cucumber slices in a colander with 1/2 tsp (3g) of salt.
  3. Let the cucumbers sit for 10 minutes until you see beads of water forming on the surface. Note: This is the salt purge phase
  4. Rinse the cucumbers quickly with cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
  5. Combine olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, oregano, and pepper in a small jar.
  6. Shake the jar vigorously for 30 seconds until the liquid is opaque and cohesive. Note: This creates the emulsion
  7. Place the prepped cucumbers, halved tomatoes, and sliced red onion in a large mixing bowl.
  8. Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently until every slice is glossy.
  9. Fold in the fresh parsley last using a spatula.
  10. Let the salad rest for 5 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.