Avocado, cherry tomato, Tropea onion and basil salad

Ingredients for 4 people: 2 Hass or Bacon avocados, 300g cherry tomatoes, ½ Tropea onion, fresh basil leaves, extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, pepper.

Method: Cut the cherry tomatoes in half and place them in a bowl with a pinch of salt. Let them rest for 10 minutes — they will release some of their natural juices, which will become part of the dressing. Slice the Tropea onion as thinly as possible and soak it in cold water for 5 minutes to mellow its pungent flavor. Cut the avocado into thick slices or large cubes. Combine everything in the bowl and dress with extra-virgin olive oil, a few drops of vinegar, and black pepper. Finish with hand-torn basil leaves. Serve immediately.

Recommended variety: Hass or Bacon — Bacon is milder and pairs well with the sweetness of the cherry tomatoes.