Posted by: Terrytx 05-26-99 10:52 AM
Tomato and Onion Salad with Spicy Chipotle French Dressing
Recipe By : Houston Chronicle-5/26/99
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Salad Salad Dressing
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 large sweet yellow onion such as 1015
2 tablespoons white vinegar
4 cups cold water
1 tablespoon sugar
4 large vine ripened tomatoes
2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
Chipotle French Dressing:
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2 tablespoons diced onion
1 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1 1/2 teaspoons pureed chipotle pepper
1 tablespoon dry mustard
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 tablespoon paprika
2/3 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup tomato-based chili sauce, such as Heinz
1/2 cup salad oil
2 tablespoons olive oil
For salad:
Cut onion in 1/4" thick slices; set aside.
In non-reactive bowl, combine vinegar, water and sugar. Toss in onions.
Make sure onion is covered in mixture. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour or as long as 4 hours.
When ready to serve, drain onions well. Slice tomatoes 1/2" thick and arrange on platter with onions.
Sprinkle with cilantro. Serve
Chipotle French Dressing on side.
Prepare dressing: In blender or food processor, process onion, garlic, chipotle, mustard, sugar, salt, pepper, paprika, vinegar, chili sauce and oils until smooth.
Refrigerate until needed.
Dressing will keep 2 weeks, refrigerated. Makes 2 cups.