A Simple Summer Tomato Salad with a Vinaigrette Dressing

PUBLISHED ON: 07.14.2013

There is a quote that I suddenly can relate to, that goes something like this…..


“You are either green and growing, or ripe and rotting”  
No doubt that this person grew tomatoes.
I am convinced that with a few fresh, simple ingredients you can produce something extraordinary.  My  proof is below.

Summer Heirloom Tomato Salad
Serves 4-6


Ingredients:
2-3 lbs. summer tomatoes (all colors, shapes and sizes), chopped, quartered or sliced
1 medium white onion, halved, then thinly sliced
Handful of fresh basil, chopped
For vinaigrette dressing
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons Dijon mustard
1/4 cup good quality vinegar or fresh lemon juice
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Directions:
In a large bowl, mix the tomatoes, onion and basil.
In a separate bowl, add the olive oil, Dijon mustard, vinegar or lemon juice, salt and pepper. Use a fork to blend vigorously. 
Pour over the salad and toss.
Enjoy!  

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