Ensalada a la Chilena

Description
This recipe is for 4 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 large Spanish onion or Vidalia onion, halved lengthwise and very thinly sliced
 * 1 tablespoon salt
 * 5 large ripe tomatoes, peeled and sliced
 * 1 serrano or jalapeño chile, seeded and finely minced
 * 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro or parsley
 * 3 tablespoons vegetable oil or extra-virgin olive oil

Directions

 * 1) Place the onion slices and salt in a bowl; cover with cold water, and soak for about 10 minutes.
 * 2) Drain in a colander and rinse briefly under cold running water.
 * 3) Shake well.
 * 4) This step will eliminate most of the sharpness of the onion.
 * 5) Arrange the tomatoes on a platter.
 * 6) salt generously.
 * 7) Top with the onion, chile, and cilantro.
 * 8) Sprinkle the oil evenly over the salad, toss to combine, and serve at once.