TOMATO SALAD WITH WARM BASIL DRESSING

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Not just for salad: Drizzle this savory herb-infused oil over grilled vegetables, steak, or roast chicken.

Provided by Andy Baraghani

Categories     Bon Appétit     Side     Salad     Tomato     Basil     Summer     Quick & Easy     Quick and Healthy     Soy Free     Peanut Free     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Tree Nut Free

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 large shallot, thinly sliced into rings
3 garlic cloves, thinly sliced
3/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
3 oil-packed anchovy fillets, chopped (optional)
1 cup basil leaves (purple or green)
11/2 lb. heirloom tomatoes, some sliced, some cut into wedges
2 Tbsp. red wine vinegar
Kosher salt
1/2 lemon
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

  • Cook oil, shallot, garlic, and red pepper flakes in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until shallots and garlic begin to turn golden, 7-9 minutes. Remove from heat and mix in anchovies, if using (they'll dissolve in the oil quickly), and basil.
  • Toss tomatoes with vinegar and a pinch of kosher salt in a medium bowl. Transfer to a platter and pour warm dressing over. Finely grate lemon zest on top and sprinkle with sea salt.

Hestia Inocian
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This is my new favorite tomato salad recipe. Thanks for sharing!


Morgan Pickrel
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I've made this salad several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser.


Kaitlynn Huff
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This salad is a great way to use up ripe tomatoes from the garden.


No Sir
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I'm not usually a fan of tomato salads, but this one is an exception. The warm basil dressing makes all the difference.


Matthew Uchemadu
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This is the perfect summer salad. It's light, refreshing, and packed with flavor.


Hunter
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OMG, this salad is amazing! I can't believe how easy it was to make.


Ijaz Bajwa
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This recipe is a game-changer! I've never had a tomato salad this good before. The warm basil dressing is genius.


Pancakes Andsyrup
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I made this salad for a picnic and it was a huge success! Everyone loved it. The dressing is so good, I could drink it!


Bruk Desalegn
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This salad is so refreshing and flavorful. The warm basil dressing really takes it to the next level. I'll definitely be making this again!


Nancy Freer
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I tried this recipe last night and it was a hit! My family loved the combination of flavors and textures. The tomatoes were juicy and sweet, the basil was fragrant and fresh, and the dressing was creamy and tangy. Definitely a keeper recipe!


Kabiru Olayinka
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This tomato salad with warm basil dressing was an absolute delight! The flavors were incredibly well-balanced, with the sweetness of the tomatoes perfectly complemented by the savory dressing. I especially loved the addition of garlic and shallots to