My Favorite Tomato Salad

What’s one of Mr. Food’s favorite recipes? This simple Tomato Salad and homemade dressing that shouts “fresh from the garden.” It’s now our favorite, and we bet you’ll be saying it’s “My Favorite Tomato Salad,” too.

Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 4 large beefsteak tomatoes, chunked
• 1 large green bell pepper, chunked
• 2 to 3 scallions (green onions), sliced
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, combine olive oil, vinegar, sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper; mix well with a whisk.
    
2. Stir in remaining ingredients and gently toss until evenly coated. Serve immediately, or cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.

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