Summer is the season of simple and genuine flavors. A few ingredients, if carefully chosen, can tell the whole story of our land's richness. Perfect as an appetizer, side dish, or main course on hotter days, tomato salad with Tropea red onion is an example of how simplicity, when accompanied by quality ingredients, can bring great satisfaction to the table.
Ingredients (for 4 people):
• 6 ripe tomatoes (beefsteak or datterini);
• 1 Tropea red onion;
• 1 clove of garlic;
• Sea salt to taste;
• Dried or fresh oregano (to taste);
• Fresh basil:
• 3-4 tablespoons of San Biase extra virgin olive oil.
Preparation:
• Wash and cut the tomatoes into slices or wedges, depending on the variety chosen. If you use datterini, you can simply halve them;
• Thinly slice the Tropea onion; if you prefer a milder taste, you can soak it in cold water for about 10 minutes;
• Peel the garlic clove and cut it in half;
• Combine the tomatoes, garlic, and onion in a large bowl. Add a pinch of sea salt, a sprinkle of oregano, and hand-torn basil leaves.
• Dress everything with plenty of San Biase extra virgin olive oil. Raw oil is the real star: it penetrates the ingredients, amplifies their aroma, and gives that typical roundness of taste that only a quality extra virgin olive oil can offer.
• Let the salad rest for 10-15 minutes before serving so that the flavors can meld.
This seemingly simple recipe becomes an explosion of taste thanks to the ingredient that enhances every nuance: our San Biase Extra Virgin Olive Oil, fruity, harmonious, and capable of enhancing every aromatic note of the dish. In this salad, the oil envelops the tomatoes and onion in an aromatic embrace, enhancing their freshness and giving the dish a full and satisfying taste structure.
