TOMATILLOS, CHERRY TOMATOES AND BASIL VINEGAR

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This is very good alone or in a green salad, adds a wonderful taste and no need for dressing on the salad.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup halved cherry tomatoes
1/2 cup halved yellow cherry tomato
1 cup quartered tomatillo
1/3 cup basil vinegar
1/3 cup water
1/2 tablespoon kosher salt
6 fresh basil leaves (I have used dried, when fresh not available 1 teaspoon)
2 slices lemons, cut in tiny triangles
1 clove garlic, smashed

Steps:

  • Combine the tomatoes and tomatillos in a mixing bowl.
  • Put the basil vinegar, water and salt in a saucepan over high heat.
  • Bring to a boil, then remove from the heat and set aside to cool.
  • Stack the basil leaves on top of each other and roll up tightly,cut into thin chiffonade.
  • Add the sliced basil and the lemon to the tomato mixture, then press in the garlic.
  • Pour cooled vinegar liquid over the tomatoe mixture and toss to coat.
  • Marinate for 2 hours at room temperature before refrigerating.
  • Serve chilled, as codiment or add to salad greens.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 10.8, Fat 0.2, Sodium 439.3, Carbohydrate 1.8, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.9, Protein 0.4

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