Southern Spanish Tomato Salad Recipe – Tomates Aliñados
Tomates Aliñados is a quintessential Spanish dish that celebrates simplicity and fresh ingredients. This refreshing tomato salad is a staple in Spanish cuisine, often enjoyed as a tapa, side dish, or light appetizer.
Ingredients
- 2 Ripe tomatoes
- 1-2 cloves of garlic
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp Jerez sherry vinegar
- parsley to taste
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Cut the tomatoes into slices or wedges.
- Make the dressing for the salad by mixing the extra virgin olive oil with the sherry vinegar, minced garlic, dried oregano, and chopped parsley.
- Season the dressing with salt and pepper.
- Place the tomatoes on a plate or in a bowl, and pour the dressing over them.
- Serve after a few minutes, allowing the tomatoes to infuse with the dressing.