Labadie Recipe Database
Name Roman Summer Salad
Number of People 4
List of Ingredients 1 cup balsamic vinegar

1 cup pitted green and black olives, halved

1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves

3 anchovy fillets, drained and chopped

2 T. capers, rinsed and drained

1 garlic clove, thinly sliced

8 fresh basil leaves, shredded

1/2 tsp. freshly ground black pepper

6 T. extra-virgin olive oil

1 lb. vine-ripened tomatoes (about 3)
Description Cook balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over low heat unti thick, syrupy, and measure 1/4 cup, about 20 minutes.  Set aside to cool.



Combine the olives, parsley, anchovies, capers, garlic, basil, pepper, and olive oil in a small bowls and toss to combine.



To serve, slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds and place, slightly overlapping, on a serving plate.  Spoon the olive and parsley mixture over the tomatoes.  Drizzle the reduced balsamic over the salad and serve.
Time 20 minutes prep plus 30 minutes cook
Difficulty (1-5) 1
Notes Delicious!  The tomatoes are wonderful on a sandwich!
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