Right now is the absolute peak of tomato season, and this attractive salad is an excellent way to show off the crop.
Ingredients
5 ripe large tomatoes, cut into 1/3-inch-thick rounds
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
4 ounces feta cheese, crumbled
1/4 cup Kalamata olives or other brine-cured black olives, pitted
1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley
Directions
Arrange tomatoes on platter. Top with onion slices. Drizzle oil and vinegar over. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Let stand at room temperature at least 1 hour. Sprinkle cheese, olives and parsley over salad and serve.