Tomato Basil Salad With Balsamic Dressing - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1/2 cup balsamic vinegar
2 tsp brown sugar
2 cloves garlic, bruised
2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
2 3/4 lb mixed tomatoes, roughly chopped
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn if large

Preparation

In a small saucepan, heat balsamic vinegar and sugar over medium-high heat. Add garlic and simmer for 3-5 mins, or until liquid is reduced by half. Remove from heat and stir in oil. Let cool to room temperature then remove garlic cloves.
Meanwhile, combine tomatoes and basil in a large bowl. Season. Let marinate while dressing cools.
Arrange tomatoes on a serving platter. Drizzle with balsamic dressing.