INGREDIENTS
2 1/4 lb
ripe red tomatoes, stem bit removed and cut into large chunks (5-6 cups)
2
medium garlic cloves, crushed and peeled
2 tbsp
finely chopped shallot
1 1/4 tsp
fine sea salt
1
a jalapeño, seeded and minced, or a pinch of cayenne (optional, if you like a bit of heat),
4
ice cubes
2 tbsp
balsamic vinegar, plus more for drizzling
1 tbsp
flavorful olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 tsp
red wine vinegar
2 cups
cherry tomatoes, stemmed and halved (or quartered if large)
3/4 cup
finely diced cucumber
1
large handful basil leaves, finely chopped (~1/4 cup) plus more for garnish
1
good grating fresh black pepper
2
/ 225 g) containers fresh small mozzarella balls (ciliegine), drained and halved or quartered
1
large avocado, chilled, peeled, pitted and cubed