Marinated Tomato, Avocado and Blue Cheese Salad

This is an irresistible combination of summery, spicy, tangy and creamy flavors that compliments picnics perfectly. If you are not a blue cheese fan, you can easily substitute feta, queso blanco or any other crumbly cheese.

• Ready In: 10 mins
• Serves: 6-8
• Yields: 4 cups

Ingredients

• 3  large  ripe tomatoes
• 2  ripe avocados
• 3  tablespoons olive oil
• 2  tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2  garlic cloves, minced
• 1 -2  jalapeno pepper, chopped fine
• 1⁄2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1⁄2 cup  crumbled blue cheese

Directions

1. Cut tomatoes into bite sized wedges. Cut avocado in half, scoop out the flesh and cut into bite size chunks. Place tomato and avocado in a serving bowl.
2. Whisk together olive oil, lime juice, garlic, jalapeno, and pepper. Pour over tomatoes and avocados and gently toss to coat. Let marinate for 1/2 hour or so. When ready to serve, sprinkle crumbled cheese over top.