Magic Tomato Salad
Ingredients
- 3–4 ripe tomatoes, sliced or chopped
- 1 small cucumber, sliced (optional)
- ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
- A handful of fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or vinegar
- 1 small garlic clove, minced (optional)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- A pinch of chili flakes (optional)
- A little crumbled feta cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Add tomatoes, cucumber, onion, and herbs to a bowl.
- Mix olive oil, lemon juice (or vinegar), garlic, salt, and pepper to make the dressing.
- Pour the dressing over the vegetables and gently toss.
- Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes before serving so the flavors combine.
Tip: Use the ripest tomatoes you can find—their natural sweetness is what makes this salad stand out.
