Marinated Heirloom Tomato Salad

Name: Marinated Heirloom Tomato Salad
Prep time: 20 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: Makes 6 servings
Ingredients: 3 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 3 pounds mixed firm-ripe heirloom or other tomatoes; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves; 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves; Salt and cracked black pepper

This marinated heirloom tomato salad is a delicious and colorful summertime side dish.

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Recipe Summary

prep:

20 mins

additional:

30 mins

total:

50 mins

Yield:

Makes 6 servings

Nutrition Info

Ingredients

3 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 pounds mixed firm-ripe heirloom or other tomatoes
3 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Salt and cracked black pepper

Directions

Step 1
In a small bowl, whisk together vinegar and oil. Rinse and core tomatoes and slice 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick. Arrange in layers in an airtight container or on a serving dish, drizzling vinegar mixture and sprinkling mint, basil, salt, and pepper evenly over each layer.

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Step 2
Cover and chill at least 30 minutes or up to 4 hours. Bring to room temperature before serving.

Chef's Notes

If you're packing a picnic, assemble this salad right in the container you'll transport it in; otherwise, layer it on a serving platter.

Nutrition Facts

Per Serving:

91 calories; calories from fat 54%; protein 2.1g; fat 5.4g; saturated fat 0.8g; carbohydrates 11g; fiber 3.2g; sodium 22mg.

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