Salad: United States – Heirloom Tomato and Red Onion Salad

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Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 10 min

Cook 0 min

Total 10 min

Ingredients

Heirloom tomatoes, assorted colors, sliced
1 medium red onion, thinly sliced
1 / 4 cup (10 g) fresh basil leaves
2 tbsp (30 ml) extra-virgin olive oil
1 tbsp (15 ml) red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar (optional)
Sea salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Arrange sliced heirloom tomatoes on a platter and scatter thinly sliced red onion over them.  
2. Tuck whole or torn basil leaves among the tomato slices.  
3. Drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil and, if using, a little vinegar.  
4. Season with sea salt and black pepper to taste and serve immediately.