Tomato And Tomatillo Salad With Cilantro Lime Dressing Food

FRESH TOMATO & TOMATILLO SALAD

Steps:

• Chop enough cilantro to measure 1 Tbsp.; reserve for later use. Blend dressing, garlic and remaining cilantro in blender until smooth.
• Combine cherry tomatoes, tomatillos and onions in medium bowl. Add 1/2 cup dressing mixture; mix lightly.
• Arrange tomato slices on large platter; drizzle with remaining dressing mixture. Top with basil, cherry tomato mixture, cheese and reserved chopped cilantro.

CHARRED TOMATILLO SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the broiler to high and adjust an oven rack to the top level.
• Whisk together the lime juice, olive oil, garlic and a pinch of salt and pepper in a medium bowl.
• Dice the peppers and onion into bite-size pieces (about 1/2 inch).
• Place the tomatillos stem-side down on a sheet pan and place under the broiler. Char until the tops are blackened, about 3 minutes. Flip and broil 3 more minutes. Set aside to cool.
• Meanwhile, heat a large cast-iron skillet on high heat and add the peppers and onions. Spread them out in an even layer and sear in the dry skillet until lightly charred, about 4 minutes.
• Dice the tomatillos into 1/2-inch chunks. Toss all the vegetables into the bowl with the lime dressing. Stir in the diced avocado and top with the cilantro, queso fresco and toasted pepitas.

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TOMATO AND RED ONION SALAD WITH LIME-CILANTRO DRESSING

Steps:

• Place the lime juice, cilantro, and hot sauce in food processor and add a little salt and pepper. Turn processor on and stream in extra-virgin olive oil. Taste dressing and adjust seasonings. Pour dressing into a bowl and add onions and tomatoes. Toss gently and coat in dressing. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes and serve.

TOMATO, CORN & AVACADO SALAD WITH CILANTRO LIME DRESSING

Steps:

• Put frozen corn in large serving bowl. Chop tomatoes in half and add to corn. Allow these to sit while making the dressing.
• Combine all dressing ingredients in a small bowl. Mix very well. Add to corn and tomato.
• Chop 2-3 avocado. I prefer ones that are just barely ripened so they don't get too mushy in the salad. If you are making this in advance, wait to to add the avocado so it doesn't turn brown.
• Add the cheese and stir gently.
• If you allow this to sit up to an hour before serving, the flavors blend together beautifully.