Shorter Version – Magic Tomato Salad Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 4 ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 cucumber, peeled and diced
- Fresh basil, torn
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp balsamic or red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp honey or maple syrup (optional)
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: Feta or mozzarella, chili flakes, parsley
Instructions:
- Prep veggies: Chop tomatoes and cucumber, slice onion, tear basil.
- Make dressing: Whisk oil, vinegar, honey (if using), salt & pepper.
- Toss salad: Combine veggies and dressing gently.
- Add extras: Mix in cheese and sprinkle chili flakes or parsley, if desired.
- Chill & serve: Let sit 10–15 mins in fridge. Serve chilled or room temp.