Ingredients

5          Heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes, chopped into 1-inch cubes

½         Red onion, diced

10        Fresh basil leaves, chopped

3 T        Olive Oil (good quality from Olive Oil Store)

3 T       Balsamic vinegar

1          Clove garlic, minced

Salt and fresh ground black pepper, to taste

From the Fork and Spoon

Directions

After cutting onions place them into a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes. Then drain. This will take the harsh taste out.

Add the tomatoes, onion, and fresh basil to a large salad bowl.

Gently mix to combine.

In a separate bowl whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinaigrette, garlic, salt, and pepper.

Combine the tomatoes with the vinaigrette. Allow salad to rest for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to marinate together. Enjoy!