Fresh Tomato Compote

This is a good recipe for a
fresh tasting tomato compote.
Very refreshing on a hot summer day
Serve this cold with grilled
vegetables like artichokes.
It's even good simply on bread.
The compote will keep, tightly covered,
in the refrigerator for 2 days.

Ingredients:
1 garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped
2 scallions, white part only, finely chopped
2 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 plum tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
1/2 cup coarsely chopped basil leaves
2 teaspoons sugar
1/4 cup good-quality wine vinegar
Kosher salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste

Directions:
Combine all of the ingredients
in a medium bowl and toss.
Season to taste with salt and pepper.