German Tomato Salad

 8 fresh tomatoes

4 Tbsp olive oil

3 Tbsp balsamic vinegar

1/2 cu diced onions or shallots

2 Tbsp chopped fresh parsley

1 Tbsp chopped fresh oregano or basil (optional)

1 1/2 tsp salt

1 tsp ground pepper

2 tsp sugar

 

Wash the tomatoes and take the core out.  Cut each tomato first into half adn then into thin slices.  Place the tomatoes in a salad bowl.  Chop the herbs with a food mill or a knife.  Peel the onion adn chop or dice.

In a separate bowl, mix the oil, vinegar, salt, pepper, and sugar using a whisk.  Add the prepared herbs and onions to the liquid mix and stir.  Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and toss.

Recipe: the oma way