Sliced Tomato with Salt & Pepper

Here’s the simplest, classic Sliced Tomato with Salt & Pepper 🍅
(Simple, fresh, and perfect as a side)

Sliced Tomato with Salt & Pepper

Ingredients

• Ripe fresh tomatoes (vine-ripened or garden tomatoes are best)

• Salt (sea salt or kosher)

• Freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Wash tomatoes and slice into ¼–½ inch slices.

2. Arrange slices on a plate in a single layer.

3. Sprinkle lightly with salt.

4. Add freshly ground black pepper to taste.

5. Let sit 2–3 minutes to bring out the juices, then serve.

Optional Add-Ons (All Traditional & Simple)

• Drizzle of olive oil

• A splash of vinegar (apple cider or balsamic)

• Fresh basil leaves

• Thinly sliced red onion

• A pinch of sugar if tomatoes aren’t very sweet

Serving Ideas

• Alongside grilled meats or fried chicken

• With cornbread or biscuits

• On toast or with cottage cheese

If you’d like a Southern-style, Mediterranean twist, or tomato sandwich version, just let me know 😊