BASIL VINAIGRETTE (FOR FISH)

Basil Vinaigrette (For Fish) image

Provided by Moira Hodgson

Time 20m

Yield 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

2 cloves garlic, peeled
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Juice 1 small lime
2 medium shallots, minced
About 1 cup loosely packed basil leaves
5 ripe medium-size tomatoes, peeled, seeded and chopped
Course salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

Simmer the garlic cloves in boiling water for 10 minutes. Remove and drain. Chop finely.
Combine the oil, garlic, lime juice and shallots. Chop the basil and add with the tomatoes. Mix thoroughly and season with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the sauce in a small bowl or sauce boat, to be spooned over the fish at the table.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 594, UnsaturatedFat 46 grams, Carbohydrate 27 grams, Fat 55 grams, Fiber 7 grams, Protein 5 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 1077 milligrams, Sugar 13 grams