A refreshing and vibrant salad featuring fresh vegetables with a Mediterranean twist.
Cut the cucumber into thin slices and place them in a mixing bowl.
Use a mandoline slicer for uniform slices.
Dice the tomatoes and add them to the bowl with the cucumber.
Remove the seeds from the tomatoes for a less watery salad.
Slice the red onion thinly and mix it with the cucumber and tomatoes.
Soak the onion slices in cold water for a milder flavor.
Drizzle olive oil over the vegetables and squeeze the juice of half a lemon.
Whisk the olive oil and lemon juice together before adding for even distribution.
Season with cracked black pepper and sea salt, then toss everything together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Serve the salad immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving.
Chilling the salad enhances the flavors and makes it more refreshing.