Summer Tomatoes: A Delicious Salad Even the Kids Will Love!

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy the sweet and tangy flavor of tomatoes. Tomatoes are excellent sources of potassium and several vitamins including folic acid, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Vitamin E. But did you know that eating tomatoes reduce inflammation and could possibly help to burn fat? Bioflavonoids, which are concentrated in the tomato skin, may counteract inflammation and allergic reactions. Don’t Worry, Eat Happy.

GARDEN SHIRAZI SALAD

Prepared in 20 minutes.

Ingredients

1 red onion, thinly sliced
¼ cup red wine vinegar
1 lbs seedless cucumbers, cut into discs
1 garlic clove, peeled and minced
3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced
5 Roma tomatoes, cut into wedges
2 pints cherry tomatoes, halved
½ cup fresh squeezed lime juice, divided into 2 portions
4 Tbs extra virgin olive oil, divided into 2 portions
½ tsp Kosher salt
¼ tsp ground pepper
½ bunch of chives, cut into match-stick size pieces
¼ cup fresh tarragon leaves, chopped
¼ bunch fresh dill, chopped
1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 cup fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1/2 cup fresh mint, chopped

Preparation

Combine sliced onion with red wine vinegar in a small bowl. Set aside for 15-20 minutes. Drain.

Gently toss with your hands the marinated onions, cucumbers, garlic, tomatoes, fresh lime juice, olive oil, salt and pepper in a large bowl. Transfer to a serving platter.  Add fresh herbs and remaining half of lime juice and olive oil to the large bowl.  Season to taste. Toss. Pile the herb mixture atop salad. Serve immediately.  Serves 4-6.

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