Best Heirloom Tomato Mint Salad Recipes

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BABY HEIRLOOM TOMATO AND CUCUMBER SALAD



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Provided by Claire Robinson

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

1/4 pound country bread, cut into roughly 1-inch cubes
5 tablespoons basil infused olive oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/3 cup aged balsamic vinegar
2 pounds assorted mixed baby heirloom tomatoes
1 cucumber, peeled and seeded, if necessary

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
  • In a large bowl, toss the bread cubes with 2 tablespoons of the basil olive oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 5 minutes, then toss the bread cubes and bake until golden, another 3 to 5 minutes. In a small saucepan, over low heat add the balsamic and simmer until reduced by half.
  • Cut the smaller tomatoes in half, quarter the medium tomatoes and slice the larger tomatoes. Cut the cucumber, lengthwise in half, and slice it into half moons or dice it into cubes.
  • In a large serving bowl, mix the tomatoes, cucumbers and remaining oil and season with salt and pepper, to taste. Add the bread cubes and toss. Drizzle with the reduced balsamic and serve.

HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD



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This is a simple yet elegant dish that always pleases my guests. Not only is it tasty, but it is healthy, too. The more varied the colors of the tomatoes you choose, the prettier the salad will be. -Jess Apfe, Berkeley, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 cups cut-up heirloom tomatoes
1 cup multicolored cherry tomatoes, halved
2 cups fresh baby spinach
1/2 cup sliced red onion
DRESSING:
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon dried basil
1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon rubbed sage

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes, spinach and onion in a large bowl. Whisk together dressing ingredients; toss with salad. Refrigerate, covered, 2 hours. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 75 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 161mg sodium, Carbohydrate 7g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD WITH ROSEMARY



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During the summertime, farmers markets have a great selection of heirloom tomatoes for a reasonable price. This is great as a cold salad, or for a different twist, grill straight on the BBQ for a warm but fresh side dish.

Provided by aimeej.B

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 sprig fresh rosemary, finely chopped
⅛ teaspoon dried oregano
kosher salt to taste
ground black pepper to taste
3 large heirloom tomatoes, quartered
3 small heirloom tomatoes, quartered

Steps:

  • Whisk together the olive oil, rice wine vinegar, rosemary, and oregano in a large bowl. Add small and large tomatoes, and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate until chilled, 10 to 15 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper. Toss again before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 163.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Fat 14.4 g, Fiber 2.6 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 2 g, Sodium 110.4 mg, Sugar 5.4 g

TOMATO AND WATERMELON SALAD



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Summer in a bowl: salty and sweet, with a hint of acidity. Make it with the best tomatoes you can find, a cold watermelon, less dressing than you would think and, if you can find it, Bulgarian feta.

Provided by Sam Sifton

Categories     salads and dressings

Time 15m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 to 6 large tomatoes, ideally heirloom varieties, cut into 1 1/4-inch cubes
1 small seedless watermelon, cut into 1 1/4-inch cubes
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons sherry vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
1 cup feta cheese, torn into large crumbles

Steps:

  • Combine the cubed tomatoes and watermelon in a large, nonreactive bowl and toss gently to combine. Add salt and let stand 5 to 10 minutes while you prepare the dressing.
  • Whisk together the oil and vinegar and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Add the cheese to the tomatoes and watermelon, then the dressing, and toss gently to combine.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 258, UnsaturatedFat 7 grams, Carbohydrate 38 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 1280 milligrams, Sugar 30 grams

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