Vidalia onion~ tomato~ & basil salad
Yield: 4 Servings
Ingredients:
- 1 Vidalia onion -- large
- 2 tomatoes -- large
- 1/2 lb mozzarella cheese part skim : milk -- sliced
- 6 TB olive oil
- 2 TB wine vinegar
- 1/4 c fresh basil leaves -- : chopped : black pepper
- 1/2 ts garlic -- finely minced
Instructions:
* Garlic is optional. Slice the tomatoes and cheese into thick slices. Slice the Vidalia onion into thin slices; chill for best flavor. If Vidalias are not available substitute Walla Walla Maui Sweet or Texas 1015. On salad plates arrange the tomatoes onion and cheese in overlapping design. In a large measuring cup combine the oil vinegar garlic and black pepper. Use a whisk to blend well. While still stirring pour over the vegetables. Garnish with chopped basil. Serve immediately. Recipe By : Jo Anne Merrill



