“Steak” Tomato Salad – French Women Don't Get Fat

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
• 1 clove garlic, minced or squeezed through a garlic press
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/8 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 large ripe heirloom tomatoes (or 4 pounds of smaller heirlooms, mixed varieties)
• 2 ears fresh corn, kernels cut from ears
• 1 pound fresh mozzarella, cut into 12 slices
• 1 cup thinly sliced red onion, rinsed and drained
• 1/4 cup slivered opal or other basil
• 3 tablespoons minced chives