Tomato & onion salad

• onion↗1

  thinly sliced

• tomatoes↗4

  sliced

• cucumber↗1⁄2

  sliced (optional)

• green chilli↗1

  deseeded and finely chopped

• garlic cloves↗2

  finely chopped

• white malt vinegar↗2 tbsp tbsp
• caster sugar↗1 tsp tsp

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Pour boiling water over the onion and leave for 10 mins.

2. 2

   Arrange the tomatoes and cucumber (if using) on a plate, then scatter over the drained onions.

3. 3

   Mix the chilli and garlic with the vinegar and sugar, then season with salt. Drizzle over the salad just before serving.

4. 4

   This can be prepared and chilled up to 1 hr ahead, but dress just before serving.