1 piece whole wheat Melba toast (daily allotment); for those who are on a gluten-free diet, we recommend either crackers by Yehuda or Edward & Sons (both brands can be found at your local Whole Foods)

4 large tomatoes

10 fresh leaves or 2 tsp dried basil

1/4 medium red onion, finely diced

1 tsp (or more, to taste) chopped or minced garlic

Salt and pepper, to taste

Juice of 1/2 lemon

1/8 – 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar