Ingredient !
2 pints (4 cups) cherry tomatoes, quartered . half cup pitted Kalamata olives, thinly sliced. 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil. 2 tablespoons lemon juice. 2 tablespoons oil packed sun-dried tomatoes, rinsed and chopped. 2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced. 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar. 10 twists of freshly ground black pepper. 6 ounces feta cheese, crumbled (dont buy pre crumbled; buy a block of feta)
half cup chopped fresh basil. Accompaniments Toasted crostini or pita wedges, crusty bread, pita chips or sturdy crackers
Preparation !
Combine the quartered tomatoes and sliced olives on a large serving platter or in a medium sized serving bowl. Set aside. In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, sun dried tomatoes, garlic, vinegar and pepper. Whisk until blended. Drizzle all of the mixture over the tomatoes and olives, and toss to combine. Sprinkle the crumbled feta and chopped basil over the tomatoes. Gently toss a few times to combine. Serve immediately, with accompaniments of your choice. This dip is best when fresh, since the tomatoes continue to release their juices over time, but leftovers (covered and chilled) are still good for a day or two.