sometimes i cook.

i did really good this week.

i made the perfect summer salad.

here is my version of the tomato & avocado salad that everyone in the universe

probably already knows how to make:

needs:

1 small red onion - thinly sliced

1/2 cup white wine vinegar

2 tomatoes (i like using roma)

1 avocado

1 tbl fresh basil

1/2 tsp dijon mustard

2 tbl olive oil

salt and pepper

how:

1. thinly slice the red onion (or call husband for help if you are like me and cry any time cutting onions is involved); place in bowl and cover with white wine vinegar. set aside.

2. cut the tomatoes and avocado however you like...i prefer wedges, and combine.

3. in a bowl combine basil, garlic, mustard, and some of that white wine vinegar thats been hanging out with the onions. now...a teaspoon is enough unless you are obsessed with vinegar...then use a little more. mix in the olive oil, season with salt and pepper.

4. drain the onions and add to the tomato/avocado party.

5. pour the dressing over the tomato/avocado/onion party and mix carefully. serve asap.

enjoy!

sidenote: 'sandwich' was sadly sacrificed for this salad. he will forever be remembered.