TOMATO-AND-CUCUMBER SALAD WITH TARRAGON-AND-CHAMPAGNE VINAIGRETTE

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Tomato-and-Cucumber Salad With Tarragon-And-Champagne Vinaigrette image

Provided by Molly O'Neill

Categories     salads and dressings, appetizer

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
1 tablespoon minced shallot
1 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 pints (about 1 1/2 pounds) red or yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
6 small kirby cucumbers, peeled, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 small red onion, very thinly sliced
1/2 cup chives, cut into 1-inch lengths
2 tablespoons minced tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon chopped mint leaves
6-8 outer leaves from a head of green lettuce

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

Rendani Maliavusa
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Overall, I thought this salad was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Shofukil Rj
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This salad is a bit too simple for my taste. I would have liked to see some more ingredients added.


Raynne Hancock
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a big hit. Everyone loved the unique flavor combination.


Rock Baba
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This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the sweet and tangy dressing.


daren mahmud
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I've made this salad several times and it's always a hit. It's the perfect summer side dish.


Ilhaam Vuka
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This is my new favorite salad! It's so easy to make and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Makai Lott
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This salad was a bit too tangy for my taste. I would have preferred a milder vinaigrette.


Omosomen Adebayo
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I'm not a big fan of tarragon, but I really enjoyed this salad. The champagne vinaigrette was the perfect complement to the tomatoes and cucumbers.


Charity Boadiwaa
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This salad is a great way to use up fresh tomatoes and cucumbers from the garden. It's also a healthy and refreshing side dish for any meal.


jackson mundy miller woods bush
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Not a fan. The flavors just didn't work for me.


Riley Mckay
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This salad was a hit at my party! Everyone loved the unique flavor combination. I will definitely be making this again.


Malik Dilawar wains
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I thought this salad was just okay. The flavors were a bit too tart for my taste. I would have preferred a sweeter vinaigrette.


Stanley Mmaduabuchi
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I loved the simplicity of this salad. It was easy to make and the ingredients were all fresh and flavorful. I would recommend this salad to anyone looking for a healthy and delicious side dish.


Sign Unlimited
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This salad was a refreshing and flavorful side dish. The combination of tomatoes, cucumbers, tarragon, and champagne vinaigrette was perfect. I will definitely be making this again!