Deep-Summer Tomato-Basil Salad
Thomas J. Story
More an arrangement than a recipe, this salad couldn't be simpler--or taste more like summer. Prep Time: 10 minutes.
How to Make It
Step 1
1
Slice large tomatoes crosswise and arrange on a platter, overlapping them and alternating colors. Tuck a basil leaf between every second or third slice.
Step 2
2
Arrange cherry tomatoes in center of sliced tomatoes and top with basil flower.
Step 3
3
Serve with olive oil and coarse salt on the side for sprinkling.
Step 4
4
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.
Ingredients
3 large vine-ripe tomatoes (red, yellow, and green)
8 to 10 basil leaves, plus a basil flower
1 cup assorted cherry tomatoes
Good-quality extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt (sea salt or kosher salt)
Directions
Step 1
1
Slice large tomatoes crosswise and arrange on a platter, overlapping them and alternating colors. Tuck a basil leaf between every second or third slice.
Step 2
2
Arrange cherry tomatoes in center of sliced tomatoes and top with basil flower.
Step 3
3
Serve with olive oil and coarse salt on the side for sprinkling.
Step 4
4
Note: Nutritional analysis is per serving.