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Heirloom And Creole Tomato Salad

MediterraneanVegetarianEasy10 minBy Northstar

Ingredients

Servings
4
  • 0.8 cup extra-virgin olive oil
  • 0.3 cup balsamic vinegar
  • 1 tsp minced garlic
  • 2 tbsp chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, chervil, tarragon)
  • 0.5 lb assorted heirloom tomatoes
  • 2 Creole or vine-ripened tomatoes
  • 1 large Vidalia onion, peeled and sliced
  • 2 Haas avocados, sliced
  • 6 oz fresh mozzarella, sliced
  • 12 baguette croutons (about 1-inch thick)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, and fresh herbs. Season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    Slice the heirloom and Creole tomatoes into various shapes. Quarter the Vidalia onion and separate into layers.

  3. 3

    Arrange the tomatoes, onion, avocado slices, and mozzarella on a large serving platter.

  4. 4

    Drizzle the balsamic vinaigrette generously over everything. Tuck baguette croutons around the salad.

  5. 5

    Season with additional salt and pepper and serve immediately.

Tags

salad