We tend to barbecue a lot in the Summer time, after all who wants to heat up the kitchen when it is 35 degrees outside?
The perfect complement to barbecue in my mind is a cool Summer Salad (my Dad definitely rubbed off on me!). So here are a couple of my quick go to salads for hot days.
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Tomato Onion Salad
Nothing could be simpler than this. The amounts are for three people but can be scaled up to feed an army if you like.
Ingredients:
- 3 cups of Grape Tomatoes
- 1/2 a large White Onion
- 1/3 cup Sun-Dried Tomato or Balsamic Vinaigrette
Preparation:
- Chop the tomatoes into crossways slices (usually two or three per tomato)
- Thinly slice the onion into rings (thinner the better)
- Toss together with the vinaigrette in a bowl
That’s it! Can be served immediately or I prefer to cover and refrigerate for an hour while I am playing with barbecue – your call!
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Red Cabbage Carrot & Apple Slaw
Ingredients (for three healthy servings – can be multiplied):
- 1/3 medium head of Red Cabbage
- 1 medium to large Carrot
- 1 eating apple (cored)
- 1/3 cup Balsamic Vinaigrette
Preparation:
- Julienne the Red Cabbage thin as possible
- Peel and grate the Carrot
- Slice and julienne the Apple
- Toss all three in a serving bowl with the vinaigrette
That’s it! Can be served immediately or chilled in the refrigerator until supper time. Bonus – this slaw rocks when put on a burger as a condiment!