MIXED TOMATO SALAD

Mixed Tomato Salad image

Provided by Francine Lizotte

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 14

SALAD
4 c cherry tomatoes variety pack, washed and halved
1/4 c shallots, finely chopped
1 large clove garlic, pressed
1 Tbsp basil leaves, finely chopped plus more for garnish
1 tsp oregano leaves, finely chopped
3/4 c (120 g/12 oz.) mini bocconcini cheese, drained and halved
ground himalayan sea salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste (i always use mixed peppercorns)
VINAIGRETTE
1 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
1 Tbsp balsamic vinegar
1 Tbsp granulated sugar
1/4 tsp hot paprika

Steps:

1. To a mixing bowl, add halved tomatoes, shallots, garlic, basil, oregano, Bocconcini, sea salt and freshly ground black pepper. Gently toss until the ingredients are well combined, cover and transfer to the fridge for at least 1 hour.
2. To make the vinaigrette: In a small container, add extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, granulated sugar and hot paprika. Cover and shake well until everything is well blended. Transfer to the fridge until ready to serve.
3. Before pouring the vinaigrette over the salad, give another good shake to make sure it's well mixed, pour it on, and gently toss the salad until the ingredients are well coated.
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