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Heirloom Tomato Salad

Heirloom Tomato Salad: A Flavorful Summer Delight in 15 Minutes

Heirloom Tomato Salad is a refreshing and vibrant summer dish, perfect for BBQs, made in just 15 minutes.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Heirloom Tomatoes mix of colorful varieties; Roma tomatoes can be a tasty substitute
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil or use 1 tablespoon dried basil
  • 1/2 cup Red Onion finely diced; optional
For the Dressing
  • 1/4 cup Olive Oil high-quality extra virgin recommended
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon Mustard yellow mustard can be used as an alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Capers drained and roughly chopped
  • to taste grams Salt adjust according to preference

Equipment

  • sharp serrated knife
  • Medium bowl or jar

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Slice the heirloom tomatoes into even rounds.
  2. Wash and dry the fresh basil leaves, set aside.
  3. Finely dice the red onion, if using.
  4. Combine olive oil, Dijon mustard, and salt in a medium bowl and whisk until emulsified.
  5. Fold in chopped capers and half of the diced red onion.
  6. Layer sliced heirloom tomatoes on a serving platter and sprinkle with remaining red onion.
  7. Lightly salt the salad and drizzle with dressing.
  8. Tear and scatter fresh basil leaves over the top before serving.
  9. Optional: chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This salad is best served fresh but can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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