TOMATO-POTATO SALAD WITH BASIL

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The potatoes taste best hot off the grill with the cool tomatoes, but they can also be served at room temperature.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Appetizers

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 to 6 red potatoes (about 1 pound), cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
Extra-virgin olive oil
Salt and freshly ground pepper
2 to 3 large, ripe tomatoes (enough for 12 slices)
16 fresh basil leaves, half green and half purple basil, if available
Balsamic vinegar

Steps:

  • Brush potato slices lightly with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Place on a medium-hot grill and cook, covered, 3 to 5 minutes on each side, or until tender.
  • Slice tomatoes and arrange on plates along with potatoes, tucking basil leaves among them.
  • Drizzle with vinegar and additional oil, and sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.

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