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Sarasota's Upscale Tomato and Onion Sandwich Recipe

Sarasota's Upscale Tomato and Onion Sandwich Recipe

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Sarasota's Upscale Tomato and Onion Sandwich

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Ingredients:

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4 whole wheat onion rolls
2 cups baby arugula (1/2 cup per sandwich)
2 large heirloom tomatoes , you want 4 thick slices of each (i used 1 purple and 1 yellow, 2 different tastes, but use your favorite)
1 large onion, cut in 4 slices
2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (the more aged the better , but use the best you have. a store bought is fine if that is all you have )
4 tbsp olive oil (use regular vs extra virgin if possible, if not extra virgin will be fine)
salt
pepper
8 tbsp mayonnaise ( no miracle whip)
1/4 cup olive (1/4 cup after they are chopped. i used a mix of green, black and kalamata , i usually have a jar or cup)
1 tsp fresh thyme, fine chopped
1 tbsp fresh basil, fine chopped
1 tsp lemon zest
pepper

Directions:

Aioli - Chop your olive, fairly fine and add to a small bowl with the mayo, lemon zest, thyme and basil. Season with a little pepper and set in the refrigerator until ready to use.
Tomatoes and Onions - In a small pan (not metal), add the olive oil and vinegar. Set the tomato and onion slices in and flip to make sure they are covered on both sides. Let marinade 30 minutes to 1 hour. Doesn't need any longer.
Grill - I really prefer these grilled, but if not, a indoor grill pan will work. I don't think a saute pan works as well but if that is all you have, it should be fine. I sprayed mine lightly with a non stick spray and brought to medium high heat.
Add the onions first as they take a bit longer than the tomatoes. But we don't want them falling apart, just some nice grill marks and then begin to soften (2 minutes per side, approximately). Remove the onions off to the side and add the tomatoes and rolls. The rolls I just like to lightly toast, they take literally just 30 seconds or so. The tomatoes, about 1-2 minutes per side. You still want them firm, not soft, but lightly grilled and warmed up.
Sandwich - Spread the aioli on both sides of the bun. I add one tomato slice to the bottom roll, then the onion, then the other tomato slice, arugula and the top roll.
Serve - A nice bowl of summertime vegetable soup, favorite potato or vegetable salad, grilled potato wedges or creamy coleslaw and you have a great light dinner.
ENJOY!
Note: Prep time includes the marinating of the tomatoes and onions.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	357.79 Kcal (1498 kJ)
Calories from fat	333.26 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	37.03g	57%
Cholesterol	11.59mg	4%
Sodium	411.44mg	17%
Potassium	115.51mg	2%
Total Carbs	6.07g	2%
Sugars	3.6g	14%
Dietary Fiber	1.43g	6%
Protein	1.13g	2%
Vitamin C	4.6mg	8%
Iron	0.2mg	1%
Calcium	38.7mg	4%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	313.9 Kcal (1314 kJ)
Calories from fat	292.38 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	32.49g	57%
Cholesterol	10.17mg	4%
Sodium	360.97mg	17%
Potassium	101.34mg	2%
Total Carbs	5.33g	2%
Sugars	3.16g	14%
Dietary Fiber	1.26g	6%
Protein	0.99g	2%
Vitamin C	4mg	8%
Iron	0.2mg	1%
Calcium	33.9mg	4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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