1½pound(680grams)tomatoespick 2 or 3 varieties (cherry tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, plum tomatoes, vine tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes)
½red onionthinly sliced
2tablespoons(30grams)extra virgin olive oilor more to taste
1tablespoon(15grams)balsamic vinegaror more to taste
1teaspoonsea salt
¼teaspoonblack pepper
1handfulfreshbasil leaves
Finely chop ½ red onion and separate its layers by pinching them.
For a milder onion flavor, soak the onion in cold water for 10 minutes.
Chop 1½ pound tomatoes into bite-size pieces.
To a large bowl, add tomatoes, onion, 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, 1 teaspoon sea salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, and 1 handful freshbasil leaves.
Toss well and set aside 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.Taste, adjust seasoning if necessary, then serve with crusty bread.