Description
A refreshing and flavorful salad featuring ripe tomatoes dressed with a tangy shallot mustard vinaigrette, perfect for a light summer meal.
Ingredients
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Ripe Tomatoes:
- 1 1/2 pounds ripe tomatoes (heirloom or cherry), sliced or halved
Shallot Mustard Dressing:
- 1 small shallot, finely minced
- 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon honey (optional)
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil
Instructions
- Prepare Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together minced shallot, Dijon mustard, red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, and honey. Let sit for 5–10 minutes.
- Assemble Salad: Arrange tomatoes on a serving plate. Drizzle the dressing over the tomatoes and toss gently. Sprinkle with herbs before serving.
Notes
- This salad is best served at room temperature.
- For added texture, top with feta, nuts, or grains like farro or quinoa.
- Substitute white wine vinegar or lemon juice for a different flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 9 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
