Citrus Grove Orange Salad

Ingredients

• 3 large ripe tomatoes, cored
• 3 large navel oranges, peeled
• 2 bunches arugula or watercress
• 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon + 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 3 tablespoons slivered fresh basil leaves

Instructions

1. Halve tomatoes lengthwise, then cut into thin wedges; set aside in a bowl.
2. Thinly slice the oranges crosswise and set aside in another bowl.
3. Place the arugula leaves in a bowl; just before serving, toss with 1 tablespoon each of the oil and vinegar, then sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle the tomatoes and oranges each with 1 teaspoon oil and 1 teaspoon vinegar, then sprinkle with salt and pepper.
4. Divide the arugula among 6 salad plates. Arrange orange slices in center of each salad. Surround with tomato wedges; sprinkle each salad with basil.