Tuscan potato, basil & caramelised onion salad

With just six ingredients, this side is fuss-free but delivers on flavour.

Recipe «Tuscan potato, basil & caramelised onion salad» presented in category Recipes / Salads, to prepare this dish you will need no more 20 minutes. To make this dish at home by prescription from the author Gomer would need: 3 x 400g pkts Baby Potatoes, 2 tbsp olive oil, 4 large red onions, peeled, halved, cut into thick wedges, 2 bunches fresh basil, leaves picked, torn, 1 large lemon , 85g whole-egg aioli .

Ingredients:

• 3 x 400g pkts Baby Potatoes 
• 2 tbsp olive oil 
• 4 large red onions, peeled, halved, cut into thick wedges 
• 2 bunches fresh basil, leaves picked, torn 
• 1 large lemon 
• 85g whole-egg aioli 

Instructions

1. Cook the potatoes following packet directions. Set aside to cool slightly. Halve.
2. Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Cook the onion and potato for 10-12 minutes or until the onion is soft and potato is golden. Transfer to a large bowl. Set aside for 30 minutes or until cooled to room temperature. Add the basil and toss to combine.
3. Use a zester, or a vegetable peeler and a small sharp knife, to cut the lemon rind into thin strips. Halve and juice the lemon. Whisk the aïoli, lemon rind and lemon juice in a small bowl. Season with salt and pepper. Drizzle over the salad.