August 5, 2014

HOT AND HOT FISH CLUB TOMATO SALAD

6 large red tomatoes
4 large yellow tomatoes
Balsamic Vinaigrette, divided
3/4 cup cooked lima beans
2 cups cooked corn
10 slices thick-sliced smoked bacon, cooked and diced

Wash, core, and slice red and yellow tomatoes.  Drizzle tomato slices with 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette; set aside.  Combine beans and corn with remaining 1/2 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette.  Arrange tomatoes slices on a salad platter.  Top with corn mixture and diced bacon.

Balsamic Vinaigrette:
3/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
2 green onions, thinly sliced
6 fresh basil leaves, chopped
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Combine all ingredients in a jar; cover tightly and shake vigorously.  Store in refrigerator.