Rainbow Tomatoes with Fresh Basil

Makes 2 to 4 servings

6 large ripe tomatoes, preferably at leas 3 different colors
8 large fresh basil leaves, finely sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1 teaspoon sugar
Salt and Fresh ground pepper

This simple dish is our favorite way to show off some of the many colored tomatoes from our garden. It’s especially nice to overlap slices of red, yellow, green zebra and purple tomatoes scattered with the finest shreds of green basil.

Cut the tomatoes into ½ inch thick rounds. Arrange the slices, slightly overlapping, in a single layer on a platter. Scatter the basil over the top. Whisk the oil, lemon juice and sugar until combined and season with the salt and pepper. Pour the dressing evenly over the tomatoes. Cover loosely and let stand at room temperature to marinate for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.