SERVES 4

The simplicity of this salad demands that you use only the freshest and most flavorful vegetables you can find, along with a high-quality olive oil. It will make all the difference in how the salad tastes.

2 large tomatoes, diced
2 cucumbers, diced
1 large onion, diced
4 tbsp. finely chopped parsley
Juice of 1⁄2 lemon
1⁄4 cup superb olive oil
Salt and black pepper to taste
Chopped fresh mint (optional)

1. Combine the tomatoes, cucumbers and onions in a bowl. Pour lemon juice over the vegetables. Add the remaining ingredients and toss well before serving.