Vinagrete

Ingredients

• 3tomatoes
• 1onion
• 1pepper
• 2 tbspvinegar
• 80 mlolive oil
• parsley — chopped
• to tastefine sea salt

Method

1. Begin by washing the 3 tomatoes, 1 onion, and 1 pepper thoroughly under cold running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. This ensures any dirt or residues are removed, and the ingredients are ready for chopping.
2. Dice the tomatoes into small, even pieces, about 1 cm in size, and place them in a large mixing bowl. This size allows the tomatoes to release their juices without becoming mushy, contributing to the Vinagrete's fresh texture.
3. Peel and finely chop the onion, aiming for a similar size to the tomato pieces. Add the onion to the bowl with the tomatoes. The uniform size helps the flavors meld evenly, ensuring no single bite is overwhelmed by onion.
4. Remove the seeds and membranes from the pepper, then chop it finely, matching the size of the other ingredients. Add the pepper to the bowl. This step ensures the pepper's flavor is present without overpowering the dish.
5. Finely chop a handful of parsley and add it to the bowl. The parsley adds a fresh, herbal note that balances the acidity and richness of the other ingredients.
6. In a small bowl, combine 2 tbsp of vinegar and 80 ml of olive oil. Whisk them together until they form a smooth, emulsified dressing. This mixture will coat the vegetables evenly, enhancing their flavors.
7. Pour the dressing over the chopped vegetables in the mixing bowl. Sprinkle fine sea salt to taste, starting with a small pinch and adjusting as needed. The salt should enhance the flavors without making the dish overly salty.
8. Gently toss the ingredients together using a large spoon or your hands, ensuring each piece is coated with the dressing. Be careful not to mash the tomatoes; the goal is to keep the pieces intact for a vibrant, fresh texture.
9. Serve the Vinagrete immediately with fresh bread. The dish should be bright and colorful, with a balance of acidity, saltiness, and the richness of olive oil, ready to complement any meal.