Cherry Tomato Salad

Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:20
Categories : Salads Vegetables

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 pint cherry tomatoes [500 g]
6 bacon slices
1/4 cup mayonnaise [56 g]
1 tablespoon tarragon vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon fresh basil -- chopped
6 leaves romaine lettuce
2 tablespoons chives -- chopped

Wash and stem tomatoes. Dry completely. Cook bacon until very crisp;
drain thoroughly on paper towels.

Mix mayonnaise, vinegar, olive oil, salt, and basil. Pour over
tomatoes, crumble bacon over all, and stir to coat tomatoes with dressing.
Serve on lettuce leaves, sprinkled with chives.
Serve at once or refrigerate until ready to serve.

NOTES : Travels well for picnics in a wide-mouthed thermos jar.