The Summer Salad

Summer is here and what a way to start then with a light crisp salad. This is by far the simplest salad to make however there is much to be said about it's taste. Cucumbers, tomatoes, onions, and herbs infused in a light dressing... crisp and refreshing, this will be the go to salad during the summer months. This recipe may have a few interruptions by changing or adding ingredients however I am sure you will enjoy this salad as is... in it's simplicity! 

The Summer Salad

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2 medium-ish cucumbers, remove alternating stripes of peel, then slice into rounds

4 medium tomatoes, cut into wedges

1 Vadalia or sweet onion, halved and very thinly sliced  

about 2 to 3 tablespoons coarsely chopped fresh Italian parsley or a mixture of fresh herbs, of you choice

For the dressing:

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3 tablespoons rice vinegar

1 tablespoon canola oil or vegetable oil

1 teaspoon honey
1 teaspoon summer savoury

salt and pepper to taste

Place the prepared cucumbers, tomatoes, and onions in a large bowl. 

In large shallow bowl whisk all the dressing ingredients together. Drizzle the dressing over the prepared vegetables and gently toss to coat. Add the fresh Italian parsley and gently toss, again. Serve.

Notes: If making this salad ahead of time, do everything, except do not add the fresh parsley or herbs until an hour before serving.  

Have a great Thursday everyone! - JD