Mediterranean · Salads

Tomato Salad

The simplest salad in the world — when tomatoes are truly ripe.

20 min✻4 servings✻150 kcal
Tomato Salad

Ingredients

  • very ripe juicy tomatoes600 g
  • red onion0.5 piece
  • garlic1 clove
  • extra virgin olive oil4-5 tbsp
  • sherry vinegar or red wine vinegar2 tbsp
  • dried oregano1 tsp
  • salt and pepper to taste

Method

  1. 1Cut tomatoes into large wedges or thick rounds and place in a salad bowl.
  2. 2Slice red onion into very thin rings. Soak in ice water for 5-10 minutes, then squeeze well.
  3. 3Rub the inside of the salad bowl with the cut garlic clove.
  4. 4Add onion to tomatoes and sprinkle with oregano.
  5. 5Mix olive oil and vinegar, season and pour over the salad.
  6. 6Let sit for 10-15 minutes — the tomatoes will release juice that blends with the dressing into an incredible sauce.
  7. 7Serve with crusty bread to soak up the sauce at the bottom.