Ingredients:
1 garlic clove, finely chopped
2 scallions, white part only, finely chopped
2 teaspoons olive oil
6 tomatoes, coarsely chopped
2 teaspoons sweetener, if desired
½ cup coarsely chopped basil leaves
¼ cup wine vinegar
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
Directions:
1. Combine all of the ingredients in a medium bowl and toss. Season to taste with salt and pepper. The compote will keep, tightly covered, in the refrigerator for 2 days.
Makes 1½ cups