Wednesday, August 11, 2010

Fresh Corn and Tomato Salad

This simple late-summer salad is a wonderful accompaniment to grilled meat or fish. All of the ingredients are in season, so it's a great opportunity to support your local farmer's market! Many farmers grow their vegetables organically, but cannot afford the expensive organic certification- Most of them are more than happy to answer questions about their practices. Don't hesitate to ask!

2 ears corn
1 pint cherry tomatoes
1 handful fresh basil, chopped or torn
2 T extra virgin olive oil
1 T vinegar, either champagne or balsamic
pinch sea salt
black pepper

  • To make it easier to remove the corn from the cob, cut about an inch off the narrow end so it can stand flat on a cutting board.
  • Slice tomatoes in 1/2.
  • Combine all ingredients in a bowl and stir to combine.

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