Tomato Garlic Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4-5 ripe tomatoes, chopped
• 3-4 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 small red onion, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup of fresh basil leaves, chopped (parsley can be used as an alternative)
• 2 tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon of red wine vinegar (or balsamic vinegar)
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional: 1/4 cup crumbled feta or goat cheese

Instructions:

Prepare the Ingredients:

• Chop the tomatoes and place them in a large bowl.
• Mince the garlic and finely chop the red onion.
• Chop the fresh basil leaves.

Mix the Dressing:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and red wine vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Combine Everything:

• Add the minced garlic, chopped red onion, and basil to the bowl of tomatoes.
• Drizzle the dressing over the tomato mixture and gently toss to combine.

Optional Additions:

• If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta or goat cheese on top of the salad.

Chill and Serve:

• Let the salad rest for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Serve chilled or at room temperature.