Red And Yellow Heirloom Tomato Platter With Balsamic Vinaigrette Food

PLUM TOMATOES WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a large bowl, gently combine tomatoes and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Pour over tomato mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with basil. Serve at room temperature with a slotted spoon.

FRESH TOMATOES WITH BALSAMIC VINEGAR

Steps:

• Place sliced tomatoes on a plate so they aren't overlapping too much.
• Drizzle with oil and vinegar.
• Season with salt and pepper to taste.
• Sprinkle with fresh herbs.
• Sprinkle with freshly grated cheese, if using.

RED AND YELLOW HEIRLOOM TOMATO PLATTER WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Arrange the tomato slices in an overlapping single layer on an attractive platter.
• Drizzle evenly with vinegar, then with the olive oil. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, and garnish with freshly snipped tarragon or parsley.
• Let dish stand at room temperature for about 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

BALSAMIC TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• Gather the ingredients.
• Slice the tomatoes in half and, if using plum or larger tomatoes, core them to remove the seeds . Chop the tomatoes into chunks (whatever size you desire). If using grape, cherry, or another small tomato, cut in half so they will absorb the flavors of the dressing. There's no need to seed them.
• Place the chopped tomatoes in a large bowl. Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and herbs (if using). Toss well.
• Transfer to a serving dish and season with salt and pepper to taste. Or plate the salad individually for your guests and garnish with a sprig of fresh oregano or basil.

HEIRLOOM TOMATO PLATTER

Steps:

• Combine tomatoes, with 1 Tbsp olive oil, red wine vinegar and a pinch of salt and pepper, allow to pickle for 20 minutes.
• Add 1 Tbsp of olive oil to a frypan on medium heat and caramelize the corn kernels for 2-3 minutes or until golden. Remove corn and in the same pan cook the slices of zucchini for a minute on each side or until golden.
• In a blender, blitz the ricotta with half the mint for 30 seconds or until light and airy.
• To serve spread some ricotta down on a board, layer with corn, tomatoes, and zucchini and finish with fresh mint, radish and toasted pecans. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper before serving.