Raúl Musibay: This is the salad you see at just about every Cuban party.
Jorge Castillo: It's a very simple salad and it's easy to make
Glenn Lindgren: Sometimes it's the simple dishes that taste the best.
Jorge Castillo: Or bring back the best memories of Cuba!
The simple Cuban salad that has appeared on kitchen tables the world over.
INGREDIENTS:
2 ripe red tomatoesDressing:
4 cloves garlic, mashedCut the tomatoes in wedges, cut the onion in thin slices. Break up the lettuce by hand. Thin slice the radishes,
Toss all ingredients together and place in the refrigerator to chill.
Use a mortar and pestle to mash the garlic with the salt and pepper.
In a small bowl, add the olive oil, vinegar and lemon juice to the crushed garlic. Whisk together thoroughly.
You can also use a blender to emulsify the oil and liquids.
Just before serving: Gradually add the dressing, a little at a time, while you toss the salad with a couple of large salad forks.
Add just enough dressing to cover the salad -- more or less to your own taste.
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