In the realm of culinary artistry, tomato vinaigrette stands as a pillar of flavor and versatility, waiting to enhance your culinary creations. This tangy, vibrant dressing, composed of a symphony of fresh tomatoes, aromatic herbs, and a hint of acidity, has the power to transform ordinary meals into extraordinary culinary experiences. Whether you're seeking a light and refreshing accompaniment for salads, a flavorful marinade for grilled meats, or a zesty drizzle over roasted vegetables, tomato vinaigrette stands ready to elevate your palate to new heights.
Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!
TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
A low-fat tomato vinaigrette recipe. Try it over crisp green or even over pasta, yum!
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 5m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a blender or small food processor, blend or process the tomatoes, vinegar, basil, thyme, and mustard on medium to high speed, about 25 seconds or until well combined. To store, transfer to a jar with a tight-fitting cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days. Shake well before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 7.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1.2 g, Fat 0.2 g, Fiber 0.4 g, Protein 0.4 g, Sodium 2.1 mg, Sugar 0.6 g
TOMATO-HERB VINAIGRETTE
This sauce is easy to make and is very versatile. Use it on salads, grilled meats, grilled fish hot or cold, vegetables hot or cold, pasta and warm pasta salads.
Provided by Jenny
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 25m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Pour vinegar and wine into a glass bowl. Whisk in salt, sugar, and pepper until the sugar has dissolved. Slowly pour the olive oil into the bowl while whisking rapidly to blend together. Stir in garlic, thyme, marjoram, basil, and tarragon; fold in shallots and tomatoes. Store in the refrigerator until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 265.2 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 27.1 g, Fiber 0.5 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 149.8 mg, Sugar 1.5 g
TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
My mother-in-law gave me this recipe, and I've used it often. It's a nice change of pace from your basic lettuce and tomato salad.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Arrange tomato slices in an 8-in. square dish; set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper and mustard. Pour over tomatoes. Cover and chill for 1-2 hours. , To serve, place each lettuce leaf on an individual plate and top with two tomato slices. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with onions and parsley.
Nutrition Facts :
GRILLED CORN AND TOMATO SALAD WITH THAI BASIL VINAIGRETTE DRESSING
Steps:
- Preheat a grill to medium-high heat.
- Salad: Peel back the corn husks, but do not remove them completely. Carefully pick off and discard the wispy silk threads that are attached to the corn. Pull the husks back over the ears and tie the ends closed with kitchen twine. Soak the corn in large bowl of cold water for 10 minutes. Drain the water, shake off the excess and put them on the grill for 15 minutes, turning every 3 to 4 minutes until the corn is tender. Remove them from the grill and let the ears cool to room temperature.
- Vinaigrette: While the corn is cooling, prepare the dressing. Puree all the ingredients, except the canola oil, in a blender or food processor. After the mixture is well incorporated, slowly drizzle in the canola oil while the processor is still running. Blend for 30 seconds, then transfer the dressing to a bowl.
- Assembly: Once the corn has cooled, cut the kernels off the cobs into a medium bowl and discard the cobs. Add the red onion and grape tomatoes and mix to combine. Drizzle in 1/2 cup of the Thai Basil Vinaigrette Dressing while lightly tossing the salad together. Reserve the remaining dressing. Gently stir in the basil leaves. Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste, and add more dressing, if desired. Serve slightly chilled on serving plates, using a slotted spoon to keep excess liquids in the bowl.
TOMATO-BASIL VINAIGRETTE
Categories Condiment/Spread Herb Tomato Salad Dressing Basil Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Blend first 6 ingredients and 1/2 cup oil in processor or blender. With machine running, add remaining 1/2 cup oil; process until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using.)
ROASTED TOMATO BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
I once worked with a chef who made an amazingly delicious roasted tomato vinaigrette. He would roast a whole pan of Roma tomatoes until the sugars and acids would condense and caramelize and concentrate into a delicious mass. I thought I could duplicate it by using a really good, double-concentrate tomato paste and nicely aged balsamic vinegar. It worked.
Provided by Chef John
Categories Side Dish Sauces and Condiments Recipes Salad Dressing Recipes Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk tomato paste, balsamic vinegar, rice vinegar, and Dijon mustard together in a bowl until smooth.
- Slowly drizzle olive oil into tomato paste mixture while whisking rapidly until dressing is thick and creamy. Season with salt and black pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125.3 calories, Carbohydrate 0.9 g, Fat 13.7 g, Protein 0.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 51.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g
TOMATO AND GOAT-CHEESE SALAD WITH BASIL VINAIGRETTE
Nothing compares with the juiciness of summer tomatoes; celebrate their flavor and color in this tomato-centric salad.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Appetizers
Time 10m
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In a blender, combine basil, oil, vinegar, and 1 tablespoon water. Blend until smooth, 2 to 3 minutes. Season vinaigrette with salt and pepper.
- With dental floss or a warm knife (wiped clean after each slice), thinly slice cheese. Arrange tomatoes and goat cheese on a serving plate; drizzle with dressing to taste. Serve garnished with basil leaves.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 139 g, Fat 12 g, Fiber 1 g, Protein 5 g
SALAMI, TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA SALAD WITH TANGY VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Kardea Brown
Categories side-dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk together the red wine vinegar, mustard, oregano and garlic in a large mixing bowl. Slowly stream in the olive oil, continuing to whisk until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper. Add the salami, mozzarella, tomatoes and basil to the bowl and toss to coat with the dressing. Transfer to a serving bowl. If serving right away, toss with basil; otherwise refrigerate for up to 4 hours and toss with basil right before serving.
ROASTED OR GRILLED WHOLE FISH WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
There are a number of good reasons to roast or grill a whole fish. Fish tastes better cooked on the bone. It's just as easy as roasting meat or fowl, and is done in half the time. And a whole fish is apt to be fresher than many of the other choices at the fishmonger. A two-pound fish will serve two.
Provided by David Tanis
Categories dinner, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Rinse fish with cool water and pat dry. Season generously on both sides with salt and pepper. Season the cavity with salt and pepper. Tuck thyme, rosemary and parsley sprigs in cavity of each fish. Add fennel fronds, basil leaves and lemon slices. Drizzle olive oil on both sides of fish, then place on a parchment-lined rimmed baking sheet. Leave at room temperature. (May season and refrigerate fish up to 2 hours in advance. Bring to room temperature before cooking.) Heat oven to 450 degrees.
- Make the vinaigrette: Put shallot in a small serving bowl. Add vinegar and a good pinch of salt. Leave to steep 5 minutes, then whisk in olive oil. Season tomatoes with salt and pepper and spoon them into the olive oil mixture. Add basil and stir gently. Leave at room temperature.
- Place fish on top shelf of oven and roast, uncovered, for 15 to 20 minutes, until fish is firm when probed and flakes at the thickest part. Take from oven and let rest 5 minutes. To serve, use a small knife, soup spoon and spatula to remove top fillets. Pull spine away to reveal bottom fillets. Transfer fillets to a platter or individual plates. Spoon a little tomato vinaigrette over each portion and pass the rest at the table.
- Alternatively, if you are grilling the fish, prepare a bed of hot coals. Make sure the grill is cleaned with a wire brush and lightly oiled. Lay the fish directly on the grill and cook for 7 to 8 minutes. Do not attempt to turn fish until the skin has browned and crisped or it will stick. Carefully turn fish and cook for another 7 to 8 minutes, until fish is firm when probed and flakes at the thickest part. To serve, proceed as in Step 3.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 684, UnsaturatedFat 25 grams, Carbohydrate 11 grams, Fat 33 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 82 grams, SaturatedFat 5 grams, Sodium 1463 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams
GRILLED STEAK PANZANELLA SALAD WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
Ripe, juicy tomatoes provide the salad dressing as well as a key ingredient in this hanger steak salad. With balsamic, garlic, and plenty of fresh basil, it will transport you to the sunny Italian countryside.
Provided by Anna Stockwell
Categories Steak Grill Tomato Summer Salad Bread Basil Kale Zucchini Flaming Hot Summer Dinner
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Whisk balsamic vinegar, 3 Tbsp. oil, 1 tsp. kosher salt, and 1/2 tsp. pepper in a small bowl. Finely grate 2 garlic cloves and whisk into marinade. Place steak in a resealable plastic bag. Pour marinade over steak, toss to coat, then let rest at room temperature at least 1 hour.
- Meanwhile, toss tomatoes and 1 tsp. kosher salt in a colander set over a large bowl; let rest 1 hour.
- Prepare a grill for medium-high heat or heat grill pan over medium-high; lightly oil grate or pan. Remove steaks from marinade and pat dry. Grill steaks, turning occasionally, until lightly charred on all sides and an instant-read thermometer inserted into the center registers 125°F, 8-10 minutes for medium-rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 10 minutes before slicing against the grain.
- Brush zucchini with oil; season with 1/4 tsp. kosher salt and 1/8 tsp. pepper. Grill, turning occasionally, until zucchini is charred and tender, about 10 minutes. Meanwhile, grill bread alongside zucchini, turning occasionally, until lightly charred and crisp, about 5 minutes. Transfer zucchini and bread to cutting board. Let cool slightly. Slice zucchini into 1/4"-thick half moons. Crush remaining garlic clove and rub all over bread. Cut bread into 1" cubes.
- Shake colander to thoroughly drain tomatoes, reserving liquid in bowl. Add mustard, white wine vinegar, and remaining 1/4 cup oil and 1/2 tsp. pepper to bowl with tomato liquid and whisk to combine. Add kale and zucchini and toss to coat. Add tomatoes, bread, and basil and toss just to combine. Top with steak and sprinkle with sea salt.
- Do Ahead
- Steak can be marinated 10 hours ahead; chill in bag. Let steak come to room temperature at least 1 hour before cooking.
GREEN BEANS AND TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
Steps:
- Trim off the ends of the beans. Drop them into boiling salted water to cover, and cook until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Do not overcook. Drain and let cool.
- Place the mustard, garlic and vinegar in a salad bowl. Gradually add the oil while stirring with a wire whisk. Add salt, pepper, cumin, and basil or chives. Stir and blend. Add the green beans, tomatoes and red onion. Toss and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 178, UnsaturatedFat 13 grams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fat 15 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 546 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 0 grams
PIZZA SALAD WITH TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
Many of the ingredients in a deluxe pizza go into this no-hassle salad. Feel free to substitute pepperoni for the Canadian bacon. The dressing is great on other salads, too.-Wendy Nickel, Kiester, MN
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 10-1/2 cups salad plus 3/4 cup leftover dressing.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk the vinaigrette ingredients. Chill until serving., In a large salad bowl, combine the spinach, bacon, cheeses, tomatoes, pepper, olives, basil and chives. Just before serving, whisk dressing and drizzle 1 cup over salad; toss to coat. Save remaining dressing for another use.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 9g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 16mg cholesterol, Sodium 392mg sodium, Carbohydrate 3g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 7g protein.
TOMATO VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Food Network
Time 15m
Yield 4 cups
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Combine all of the ingredients and season to taste with salt and pepper; serve at room temperature.
- Great over roasted or grilled poultry as well as baked or grilled fish and grilled meaty vegetables such as eggplant or mushrooms
TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD WITH CUMIN VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Valerie Bertinelli
Categories side-dish
Time 25m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add the cumin and cook, stirring, until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Pour the cumin oil into a large bowl and add the shallot, lemon juice and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, cucumber and cilantro and serve immediately.
EGGPLANT CAPRESE WITH GRILLED TOMATO AND BASIL VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Tori Ritchie
Categories Cheese Dairy Tomato Vegetable Appetizer Side Vegetarian Backyard BBQ Mozzarella Basil Eggplant Summer Grill/Barbecue Bon Appétit Pescatarian Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free No Sugar Added Kosher
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Prepare barbecue (medium heat). Arrange eggplant slices on baking sheet. Brush both sides with oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Grill until slightly charred and tender, turning occasionally and moving to cook evenly, about 5 minutes. Transfer to foil-lined baking sheet. Grill plum tomato until skin is charred and split, turning often, about 5 minutes. Transfer to sheet with eggplant and cool. Core plum tomato; place in blender. Add chopped basil, vinegar, and 1/4 cup oil. Blend until smooth. Season with salt and pepper. Transfer to small bowl. DO AHEAD Eggplant and dressing can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.
- Overlap eggplant slices, cheese slices, and heirloom tomato slices on individual plates or large platter. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Drizzle salad with dressing and garnish with basil sprigs.
SAUTEED CHICKEN WITH TOMATO-SAFFRON VINAIGRETTE ON FRISéE
Categories Chicken Leafy Green Tomato Sauté Quick & Easy Vinegar Saffron Healthy Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Mix vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon paprika, and saffron in medium bowl. Mix in 3 tablespoons oil, shallots, and 1 tablespoon thyme. Stir in tomatoes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
- Heat remaining 1 tablespoon oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Sprinkle chicken breast halves with remaining 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 tablespoon thyme, and salt and pepper. Add to skillet; sauté until cooked through, turning often, about 12 minutes. Transfer chicken to work surface. Divide frisée among 4 plates. Slice chicken; fan atop frisée. Spoon vinaigrette over.
- *White balsamic vinegar can be found at some supermarkets and specialty foods stores.
TOMATO, CAPER AND OLIVE VINAIGRETTE
Categories Olive Tomato No-Cook Quick & Easy Salad Dressing Vinegar Summer Capers Gourmet
Yield Makes about 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Whisk together lemon juice and mustard. Add oil in a slow stream, whisking until emulsified. Stir in tomatoes, olives, capers, and salt and pepper to taste.
EASY TOMATO BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE
I can't take credit for this recipe. A friend of mine who is a chef gave me this and I love it. Serve over grilled vegetables, fish and of course your favorite salad greens. One note, using a tube of the "double-concentrated" tomato paste really does make a big difference, as well as using an aged Balsamic. But I have made it with every day Balsamic and "standard" tomato paste and it still is pretty tasty. I think the rice vinegar is very important to use, and shouldn't be substituted in this recipe.
Provided by SarasotaCook
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 4m
Yield 1/2 cup or 8-9 tablespoons, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Dressing -- Just mix everything together and refrigerate until ready to use. I use a small tupperware container and shake all the ingredients. That way if you have leftovers, it is a great way to store them.
- ENJOY!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 91.5, Fat 10.1, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 19.6, Carbohydrate 0.4, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.2, Protein 0.1
TOMATO-AND-CUCUMBER SALAD WITH TARRAGON-AND-CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE
Provided by Molly O'Neill
Categories salads and dressings, appetizer
Time 10m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, shallot, salt and pepper. Add the tomatoes, cucumbers, onion and chives and toss to coat. Add the tarragon and mint and toss again. Line a serving bowl with the lettuce leaves and transfer the salad to it. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 194, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 17 grams, Fat 14 grams, Fiber 3 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 401 milligrams, Sugar 9 grams
TOMATO-BASIL VINAIGRETTE
A great salad dressing from America's Test Kitchen. I usually mix mine in a food processor, chopping the scallions and garlic first then adding the tomato and basil and finally the liquids and salt and pepper.
Provided by KellyMac6
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 2 cups
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Shake all of the ingredients together in a jar with a tight fitting lid (or mix in food processor as described above).
- The dressing can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature then shake vigorously to recombine before using.
Tips:
- Utilize ripe, flavorful tomatoes: The quality of your tomatoes directly impacts the taste of your vinaigrette. Choose vine-ripened tomatoes whenever possible, as they offer the sweetest and most intense flavor.
- Experiment with different types of tomatoes: There are many varieties of tomatoes available, each with its unique flavor profile. Try using different types, such as cherry tomatoes, heirloom tomatoes, or Roma tomatoes, to create a vinaigrette with a distinct taste.
- Balance the flavors: A well-balanced vinaigrette should have a harmonious blend of acidity, sweetness, and saltiness. Adjust the proportions of vinegar, sugar, and salt to create a vinaigrette that suits your taste.
- Incorporate herbs and spices: Herbs and spices can add depth and complexity to your vinaigrette. Try adding fresh basil, oregano, thyme, or rosemary. You can also add a pinch of garlic powder, onion powder, or paprika for a savory touch.
- Use a good quality olive oil: The type of olive oil you use will significantly impact the flavor of your vinaigrette. Choose an extra virgin olive oil that is fruity and flavorful. Avoid using bland or rancid olive oil.
- Emulsify the vinaigrette properly: Emulsifying the vinaigrette means combining the oil and vinegar until they form a smooth and creamy mixture. This can be done by whisking vigorously or using a blender. A well-emulsified vinaigrette will have a velvety texture and will not separate.
Conclusion:
With its versatility and ease of preparation, tomato vinaigrette has become a staple in many kitchens. Whether you are using it as a dressing for salads, marinating grilled meats, or drizzling over roasted vegetables, this tangy and flavorful vinaigrette is sure to enhance the taste of your dishes. By following these tips and experimenting with different ingredients, you can create a tomato vinaigrette that perfectly complements your culinary creations. So, embrace the versatility of tomato vinaigrette and let it become your go-to dressing for a variety of dishes.
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