Description
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this Heirloom Tomato Salad, elegantly drizzled with a sweet fig-balsamic reduction. Juicy heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, and a luscious dressing create a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess. Perfect as a refreshing side dish or light main course, this salad will impress your guests at any gathering while celebrating the beauty of seasonal produce.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups heirloom tomatoes, sliced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/4 cup fig jam
- 1/4 cup aged balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Rinse and slice heirloom tomatoes into thick rounds. Arrange on a serving platter.
- Make the Fig-Balsamic Reduction: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine fig jam and balsamic vinegar. Stir until simmering and slightly thickened (about 5 minutes), then cool.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle the cooled reduction generously over the tomatoes.
- Add Fresh Basil: Tear basil leaves by hand and sprinkle them over the salad.
- Season: Sprinkle with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste.
- Finish: Drizzle olive oil over before serving at room temperature.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg