Welcome to the ultimate guide to creating a tantalizing layered salad that combines the vibrant flavors of sliced tomatoes, peppery arugula, and a savory tapenade spread on toasted bread. This delectable dish is perfect for any occasion, whether it's a casual brunch with friends or an elegant dinner party. With easy-to-follow steps and expert tips, we'll take you on a culinary journey to create a masterpiece that will leave your taste buds dancing. So gather your ingredients, prepare your kitchen, and let's delve into the world of layered tomato salad magic!
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ARUGULA AND TOMATO SALAD
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories appetizer
Time 20m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Toss the tomatoes with the balsamic vinegar, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a medium bowl. Set aside until juicy, about 5 minutes. Toss the arugula with the olive oil, a pinch of salt and a few grinds of pepper in a large bowl.
- Spread the arugula on a platter. Spoon the tomatoes and their juices on top, then drizzle with more olive oil and vinegar. Top with parmesan.
TORTELLINI SALAD WITH TOMATO-ARUGULA DRESSING
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories side-dish
Time 30m
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the tortellini and tomato-arugula dressing: Cook the tortellini to al dente according to the package directions. Drain and let cool.
- In a food processor, add the arugula, Parmesan, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, walnuts, lemon juice and garlic and pulse until just combined. Slowly stream in the olive oil until the dressing has a nice rustic consistency, about 10 seconds. Season with salt and pepper.
- For the salad: In a large bowl, mix the tortellini with the dressing until the pasta is completely coated. Add in the olives and bell peppers and mix. Season with salt and pepper and garnish with basil and Parmesan.
LAYERED FRUIT AND ARUGULA SALAD
This flavor-filled version of layered fruit salad tastes delicious, and it's so beautiful, you can skip the flowers for your next gathering--just use this as your centerpiece!
Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens
Categories Lunch
Time 1h30m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Heat oven to 450°F. Spray cookie sheet with cooking spray. In large bowl, toss grapes and honey. Arrange on cookie sheet. Roast 20 to 30 minutes, stirring once, until grapes burst and begin to caramelize.
- Meanwhile, in large bowl, beat sherry vinegar, olive oil and salt with whisk. Set aside.
- Add grapes and any syrup remaining on cookie sheet to vinegar mixture; stir. Cool completely.
- Layer as follows. Using slotted spoon, carefully transfer grapes to 3-quart trifle dish or bowl. Place arugula on top of grapes, mounding in center.
- Core and thinly slice pears; add them to vinegar mixture, and toss to coat. Using slotted spoon, transfer pears to bowl, spreading them evenly on top of arugula. Discard any remaining liquid. Place chèvre evenly on top of pears; scatter cherries and hazelnuts on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 450, Carbohydrate 57 g, Cholesterol 15 mg, Fat 3 1/2, Fiber 4 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 230 mg, Sugar 49 g, TransFat 0 g
VEAL CUTLETS WITH ARUGULA AND TOMATO SALAD
Steps:
- Put oven rack in middle position and preheat oven to 350°F.
- Spread bread crumbs in a shallow baking pan and toast 8 to 10 minutes. Reduce oven temperature to 200°F.
- Whisk together oil, juice, pepper, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a large bowl until combined, then stir in tomatoes and onion.
- Gently pound cutlets to 1/8-inch thickness between 2 sheets of plastic wrap with flat side of a meat pounder or with a rolling pin. Sprinkle veal all over with remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt and season with pepper.
- Stir together bread crumbs and cheese in a large shallow bowl. Lightly beat eggs in another large shallow bowl. Dip veal, 1 piece at a time, in egg, letting excess drip off, then dredge in bread crumbs, coating completely, and arrange in 1 layer on a sheet of wax paper.
- Heat 3 tablespoons vegetable oil in a 12-inch heavy skillet over moderately high heat until hot but not smoking, then fry 2 cutlets, turning over once, until golden brown and just cooked through, about 6 minutes total. Transfer to paper towels to drain briefly, then transfer to baking pan and keep warm in oven. Add remaining 3 tablespoons oil to skillet and fry remaining cutlets.
- Add arugula and basil to tomato mixture and toss, then season with salt and pepper. 3Serve veal topped with salad.
LAYERED LETTUCE SALAD
This is a great-tasting salad that can be made for most any occasion. It looks so pretty for a buffet or on the dinner table. My family loves it.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large salad bowl, layer the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise, sour cream, snipped dill, basil, salt and pepper; carefully spread over salad., Refrigerate, covered, several hours or overnight. If desired, top with additional dill.
Nutrition Facts :
LAYERED SALAD OF SLICED TOMATOES, ARUGULA AND TAPENADE TOAST
Steps:
- In a small saucepan, combine minced shallots, garlic and sherry vinegar. Cook over very low heat until the shallots are soft and fragrant, about 15 minutes. Strain shallots and garlic, reserving the liquid.
- To prepare a tapenade vinaigrette, combine shallots, garlic, olives, anchovies and capers in a food processor. Process until smooth. Add olive oil through the feed tube in a slow steady stream until the mixture is emulsified. Transfer to a small bowl, and whisk the reserved liquid in. Season with salt and pepper.
- Reserve 1 1/2 tablespoons of the tapenade vinaigrette in a small covered container. In a shallow glass or china bowl, layer slices of tomato with sliced shallots, the remaining tapenade vinaigrette and salt and pepper to taste. Cover with plastic wrap, and marinate, refrigerated, for 2 to 12 hours.
- Strain tomatoes in a colander over a large, shallow bowl. Transfer tomatoes to a plate. Dip toasted bread slices in the marinade in bowl, and set aside on another plate. In a medium mixing bowl, combine arugula leaves with the reserved 1 1/2 tablespoons of tapenade vinaigrette.
- To assemble, on each of four plates place a slice of bread, 2 slices of tomato and a few arugula leaves. Top leaves with another slice of bread, tomato slices and a few more leaves. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 411, UnsaturatedFat 24 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 30 grams, Fiber 6 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 680 milligrams, Sugar 10 grams, TransFat 0 grams
LINGUINE WITH TAPENADE, TOMATOES, AND ARUGULA
Prepared tapenade is a great pantry item to have on hand for any number of reasons. We love tossing a hearty black olive tapenade with pasta, tomatoes, feta, and parsley for a quick weeknight meal.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Ingredients Pasta and Grains
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large pot of boiling salted water, cook linguine according to package instructions. Drain pasta. In pot, heat oil over medium. Add tomatoes and cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly softened, about 3 minutes. Return pasta to pot, stir in tapenade, and cook until heated through. Add arugula andtoss to combine. Season with salt and pepper. Divide among 4 bowls, drizzle with oil, and sprinkle with parsley and feta.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 557 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 19 g
DELUXE TOSSED AND LAYERED SALAD
This comes from my sister Terry, and was published in the church cookbook for the Molalla Christian Church, here in Oregon. Prep time includes chilling.
Provided by cxstitcher57
Categories Cheese
Time 40m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a large serving bowl, toss together half of all the ingredients except for the Parmesan and croutons; sprinkle half of the Parmesan over the top.
- Layer the remaining ingredients over: lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheddar, Mozzarella, remaining Parmesan, then sprinkle the croutons over the top.
- Refrigerate for 30 minutes, then serve with your favorite dressing (Bersteins is a good brand).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 315.3, Fat 23.2, SaturatedFat 9.4, Cholesterol 41.9, Sodium 420.8, Carbohydrate 14.4, Fiber 6.2, Sugar 2.9, Protein 15.3
SLICED TOMATO SALAD
I got this recipe from my grandmother. It's a perfect platter to serve with burgers or hot sandwiches. -Kendal Tangedal, Plentywood, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Arrange tomatoes and onions on a large rimmed serving platter. In a small bowl, whisk the oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt and pepper. Drizzle over top. Sprinkle with parsley.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 94 calories, Fat 6g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 159mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
TOMATO, ARUGULA, AND RICOTTA SALATA SALAD
Steps:
- Make the dressing: In a blender blend together the garlic paste, the vinegars, and salt and pepper to taste, with the motor running add the oil in a stream, and blend the dressing until it is emulsified.
- Divide the arugula among 6 salad plates and arrange one sixth of the tomato slices on each plate. Divide the ricotta salata and the orégano among the plates. Drizzle each salad with about 1 1/2 tablespoons of the dressing.
ARUGULA AND TOMATO SALAD
Provided by Pierre Franey
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Pick over the arugula leaves and discard any tough stems. Rinse and drain the leaves well. Pat them dry. Place the arugula, tomatoes, onion and parsley in a salad bowl.
- Place the vinegar in a small bowl. Add salt and pepper. Start beating while gradually adding the oil. Pour the sauce over the salad, toss and blend well.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 163, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 400 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD WITH NECTARINES, AVOCADO, AND ARUGULA
With farmers' markets overflowing with the most wonderful summer produce, what better way to embrace this seasonal bounty than a salad that combines fresh heirloom tomatoes, peppery arugula, white nectarines, and sliced avocado. A bright, simple vinaigrette of extra-virgin olive oil and white vinegar brings out the fresh flavors. A generous sprinkle of flaky sea salt tops it off!
Provided by GroveProvisions
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk oil and vinegar together in a bowl.
- Place the sliced tomatoes on a platter and drizzle with about half of the vinaigrette and sprinkle with a pinch of regular salt. Place half the arugula on top of the tomatoes, then add the nectarine and avocado slices. Add the balance of the arugula and gently toss ingredients with the balance of the vinaigrette. Sprinkle with flaky sea salt and more pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 232.6 calories, Carbohydrate 18.6 g, Fat 17.8 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 20.9 mg, Sugar 9.3 g
SLICED TOMATOES WITH BLUE-CHEESE DRESSING
Steps:
- Core the tomatoes, and cut into thick slices. Peel the onion, and slice.
- Combine the vinegar, oil, cheese, salt and pepper in a mixing bowl. Blend with a wire whisk (the dressing should be lumpy).
- Arrange the lettuce leaves, slices of tomatoes and onions on a cold serving plate, alternating them and slightly overlapping. Pour the dressing over all. Sprinkle with the basil, and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 222, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 8 grams, Fat 19 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 459 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will ensure the best flavor for your salad.
- Use a variety of tomatoes. This will add visual interest and flavor to your salad.
- Slice the tomatoes thinly. This will help them absorb the flavors of the dressing and tapenade.
- Use a good quality arugula. This will ensure a peppery, flavorful salad.
- Make the tapenade ahead of time. This will allow the flavors to meld.
- Toast the bread for the tapenade toast. This will add a nice crunch to the salad.
- Serve the salad immediately. This will ensure that the tomatoes are fresh and the tapenade is warm.
Conclusion:
This layered salad of sliced tomatoes, arugula, and tapenade toast is a delicious and refreshing way to enjoy the flavors of summer. The combination of sweet tomatoes, peppery arugula, and savory tapenade is sure to please everyone at your table. This salad is also a great way to use up leftover tapenade. If you have any leftover tapenade, simply spread it on some toasted bread and enjoy it as a snack or appetizer.
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