This tomato salad, from my machateiniste is as simple as can be – and yet very delicious.  

4 garden-grown or hot house tomatoes, chopped (you need very fresh, flavorful tomatoes since they are the main ingredient and not cooked)

1 small red onion, diced

½ teaspoon basil

½ teaspoon salt

2 teaspoons vinegar

3 to 4 tablespoons olive oil, depending on the size of the tomatoes

Mix all ingredients together and let stand at room temperature for ½ hour to allow flavors to blend.

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