Choose the ripest tomatoes possible — this salad is only as good as the tomatoes you use. Ripe, seasonal tomatoes make all the difference.
Don’t skip the salt resting step — this is what creates the natural tomato dressing that makes this salad magical.
Grate the garlic on a microplane instead of mincing it — it will almost liquify and meld perfectly into the dressing.
Soak the red onion in cold water for 10 minutes before adding to the salad to reduce its sharpness and make it sweeter and more pleasant.
Serve at room temperature — cold tomatoes lose much of their flavor. If refrigerating, bring the salad back to room temperature before serving.
Use your best olive oil — in a salad this simple, every ingredient shines, including the oil.
Mediterranean Cuisine
Delicious Variations
Add crumbled feta cheese and black olives for a Mediterranean twist
Toss in some diced cucumber for extra crunch and freshness
Add avocado chunks for creaminess
Sprinkle toasted pine nuts on top for texture
Serve over crusty toasted bread to soak up the incredible juices — it becomes the most coveted part of the entire dish
Add a drizzle of balsamic glaze at the end for a sweet, tangy finish
How to Serve
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