MEXICAN-STYLE TOMATO SALAD

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This simple side is a Mexican rendition of an Italian caprese salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Cuisine-Inspired Recipes     Mexican-Inspired Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 3/4 pounds tomatoes (3 to 4 medium), cut crosswise into 1/2-inch-thick slices
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
1 ripe Hass avocado, halved lengthwise, pitted, peeled, cut lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick slices, and halved crosswise
1 lime
6 to 8 ounces queso fresco, crumbled
1 small bunch fresh cilantro, separated into small sprigs
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling

Steps:

  • Arrange tomatoes on a platter. Season with salt. Arrange avocado slices on top of tomatoes, dividing evenly. Squeeze lime juice over top. Crumble queso fresco over top. Top salad with cilantro leaves. Refrigerate, covered, until ready to serve (up to 1 hour). Season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with oil before serving.

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