I just finished reading Barry Estabrook’s Tomatoland: How Modern Industrial Agriculture Destroyed Our Most Alluring Fruit. It’s a well-written, thoughtful read, and it will make you think twice about the produce you buy and consume. Pick it up and give it a go.
I’ve been craving tomatoes ever since I started reading the book, so when I found some heirlooms today at the farmer’s market, I bought a few. These tomatoes are full of flavor and perfectly delicious on their own. But since the farmer’s market also had fresh arugula, of which I love the fragrant aroma and slightly peppery taste, I decided a simple salad was in order.
Heirloom Tomato and Arugula Salad
- 1 bunch arugula
- A few leaves of red leaf lettuce, chopped
- 1-2 heirloom tomatoes, washed and chopped
- Olive oil
- 1 lemon, halved
- Pinch of salt
Wash and spin-dry the arugula and lettuce.
Arrange the arugula and lettuce and top with the chopped tomato.
Drizzle with olive oil and squeeze the juice from the lemon wedge onto the salad.
Sprinkle with a pinch of salt.
Enjoy!
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