Begin by rinsing the tomatoes and cucumbers under cold water to remove any dirt. Dice the ripe vine tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, and slice the English cucumbers, making sure to remove the ends for a clean look. Thinly slice the red onion, and chop the fresh parsley and cilantro. Combine all these colorful ingredients in a large mixing bowl for your refreshing Tomato Cucumber Salad.

Sprinkle a pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper over the mixed vegetables in the bowl. Gently toss the veggies with a spatula or your hands until they are evenly coated with the seasoning.

In a separate bowl, combine the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, and honey (if using). Using a whisk, blend these ingredients vigorously for about 20-30 seconds or until they emulsify into a smooth dressing.

Pour the freshly prepared vinaigrette over the seasoned vegetable mixture in the large bowl. Use a wooden spoon or spatula to gently toss the salad, ensuring that all the vegetables are coated with the dressing.

Let the dressed Tomato Cucumber Salad rest at room temperature for 1 to 3 hours to allow the flavors to meld beautifully together.

Just before serving, give the salad a gentle toss to redistribute the vinaigrette. Check for seasoning and adjust with an extra pinch of salt and pepper if needed.