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Fresh Tomato and Red Onion Salad

ls it just me, or does it seem like all the tomatoes in the garden ripen at the same time? Here's a quick and easy way to enjoy them. I add a bit of sugar to the dressing to mellow out the tartness of the vinegar and bring out the sweetness of the tomatoes. It makes a delicious side to just about anything, plus it looks beautiful on the table!
Course: Salad, Vegetables
Yield: 6 people

Materials

For the Tomatoes

  • 2 lbs Fresh Ripe Tomatoes
  • 1 pinch Oregano Dry, crushed
  • 1/2 Small Red Onion Cut into 1/4" thick slices
  • Fresh Basil

Red Wine Vinaigrette

  • 3/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 1/4 cup Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 tspn Sugar
  • Salt qb
  • Pepper qb

Instructions

  • For the dressing: Mix all the ingredients together and whisk until emulsified. Set aside.
  • Wash and dry your tomatoes, cut into thick wedges and add to a mixing bowl.
  • Slice the red onion into 1/4" thick slices.
  • Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with dressing and gently toss.
  • Transfer to a serving platter and top with basil and a pinch of crushed oregano.