Balsamic Tomato Salad
Balsamic Tomato Salad simply creates a pool of flavors in your mouth. The simple recipe can be prepared in minutes and the dressing spices up the juicy tomatoes filled with vitamins A, C, and K and other antioxidants.
Allowed for all Ideal Protein phases.
Serving size
Ingredients
- 2 lb. mixed ripe tomatoes – different shapes and colors
- Sea salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Handful fresh oregano stems – young green
- 8 to 10 whole fresh basil leaves
- ¼ cup Ideal Protein Balsamic Dressing
- ¾ cup Extra Virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 pinch red pepper flakes
Preparation
Step 1
Put the tomatoes into a colander and season with a good pinch of sea salt. Coat the cut surfaces well with the salt.
Step 2
Leave for 20 to 30 minutes and then rinse gently and thoroughly with cool water and turn out onto paper toweling to drain a bit.
Step 3
Add fresh oregano, balsamic dressing, extra-virgin olive oil, the garlic, the black pepper, and the red pepper flakes in a blender and make a smooth mix.
Step 4
Transfer the dried tomatoes into a large bowl and pour the balsamic dressing mix over the tomatoes. Toss well then cover with plastic wrap and let sit for some hours.
Step 5
Enjoy the mazing aroma and flavors!
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