TOMATO, AVOCADO, AND CILANTRO SALAD

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This simple and refreshing salad goes well on its own, in a sandwich, or as a side with anything barbecued.From the book "Mad Hungry," by Lucinda Scala Quinn (Artisan Books).

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 small tomatoes, cored and cut in eighths
1 small white onion, thinly sliced
coarse salt
freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons mild vinegar, such as champagne vinegar or white wine vinegar
2 ripe avocados, peeled, pitted, and sliced lengthwise
3/4 cup fresh basil or cilantro leaves

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, gently toss the tomatoes and onion with salt, pepper, olive oil, and the vinegar. Lift the vegetables out and spread on a serving platter. Lay the avocado slices on top and pour the tomato-vinegar juices onto the avocados. Scatter with fresh basil or cilantro leaves.

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