Marinated Herbed Tomato Salad Food

MEDITERRANEAN TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• In a large salad or mixing bowl, add the tomatoes, onions, fresh herbs and garlic.
• Add sumac, kosher salt and a generous sprinkle of freshly ground pepper. Add lemon juice, white wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.
• Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Top with large pieces of quality feta cheese (optional). Enjoy!

TOMATO-HERB SALAD

Steps:

• Cut 2 pounds mixed tomatoes into wedges. Whisk 1 tablespoon each chopped mixed herbs and lemon juice, 2 teaspoons each whole-grain mustard, mayonnaise and olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon honey, and salt and pepper to taste. Toss with the tomatoes. Top with more herbs.

TOMATO-HERB SALAD

Steps:

• Cut 2 pounds assorted heirloom tomatoes into wedges. Whisk 1 tablespoon each lemon juice and chopped mixed herbs (such as chives, basil and parsley), 2 teaspoons each whole-grain mustard, mayonnaise and olive oil, 1/2 teaspoon honey and salt and pepper to taste in a large bowl. Add the tomatoes and gently toss. Sprinkle with more chopped herbs.

GARLIC AND HERB TOMATOES

Steps:

• Heat the olive oil in a saute pan large enough to hold all the tomatoes in one layer. Add the garlic to the oil and cook over medium heat for 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes, basil, parsley, thyme, salt, and pepper. Reduce the heat to low and cook for 5 to 7 minutes, tossing occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to loose their firm round shape. Sprinkle with a little fresh chopped basil and parsley and serve hot or at room temperature.

MARINATED TOMATOES

Steps:

• Cut the tomatoes into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange in a single layer in a large, shallow dish. Measure the oil, vinegar, onion, garlic, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper in a jar with a tight-fitting lid. Shake vigorously to combine and evenly pour over the tomatoes in the dish. Cover and marinate for 2 to 3 hours on the counter, or 12 to 24 hours in the refrigerator. Bring chilled tomatoes to room temperature before serving. Transfer tomatoes to serving dishes, spoon juices over the tops, and garnish with additional chopped fresh herbs, if desired.

MARINATED TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Combine olive oil, vinegar, green onion or chives, mustard and pepper in a screw top jar.
• Cover and shake well.
• Chill until needed.
• Cut zucchini or cucumbers in half lengthwise.
• Seed cucumbers if using.
• Using a vegetable peeler, cut zucchini or cucumber halves into thin, lengthwise strips (1/2 to 1 inch wide) Arrange tomato slices on a platter.
• Arrange the zucchini or cucumber slices in and around the tomatoes, folding and tucking as desired.
• Shake dressing and drizzle over vegetables.
• Cover and chill for at least 30 minutes and up to 2 hours.
• Before serving, sprinkle with feta cheese.

SIMPLE MARINATED TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Arrange tomatoes in a serving bowl; sprinkle with parsley. Combine the remaining ingredients in a jar with a tight-fitting lid; shake well. Pour over tomatoes. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes or until ready to serve.

HERB MARINATED TOMATO SALAD WITH BASIL

Steps:

• Lay the tomato slices on serving platter.
• Combine all the dressing ingredients and liquidise to form a smooth thick dressing. Spoon this over the tomato. Cover and chill. To serve, garnish with fresh basil leaves.