How to Make Quick & Easy TOMATO AND ONION SALAD

stale bread

🥗Healthier: whole grain bread

💰Cheaper: day-old bread

Whole grain bread adds more fiber.

extra virgin olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: regular olive oil

Avocado oil has a similar flavor profile.

red wine vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a different flavor but is healthier.

fresh basil

🥗Healthier: parsley

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Parsley is more readily available and adds freshness.

Slice 7 roma tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

Chop 1 small white onion and add it to the bowl.

Chop 3-4 basil leaves and add them to the bowl.

Chop 2 garlic cloves into small pieces and add them to the bowl.

Add salt, black pepper, and oregano to taste, approximately half a teaspoon each.

Drizzle about 2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil into the bowl.

Toss all the ingredients together until well mixed.

Let the salad sit for about an hour to allow the flavors to infuse before serving.

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