Summer Tomatoes with Herbs & Almond Vinaigrette
Juicy ripe tomatoes shine in this refreshing dish, elevated with fresh herbs and a nutty almond vinaigrette. It’s the perfect no-cook appetizer or side for warm-weather meals—fresh, bold, and effortlessly elegant.
🍴 Ingredients
- 4 large heirloom or beefsteak tomatoes, thickly sliced
- ¼ cup chopped fresh basil
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint or parsley
- 3 tablespoons slivered or chopped almonds, lightly toasted
- Flaky sea salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
For the Almond Vinaigrette:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 small garlic clove, finely grated
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 2 tablespoons toasted almonds, finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
🔥 Instructions (Serves 4)
Whisk the Vinaigrette: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, garlic, Dijon mustard, and chopped almonds. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Set aside.
Prep the Tomatoes: Arrange tomato slices on a large serving platter, slightly overlapping.
Add Herbs and Nuts: Sprinkle with chopped basil, mint (or parsley), and toasted slivered almonds.
Dress It Up: Spoon the almond vinaigrette generously over the tomatoes just before serving.
Season and Serve: Finish with flaky sea salt and a few turns of cracked black pepper. Serve immediately as a light side or appetizer.
📦 Amazon Must-Haves to Help You Create the Best Summer Tomato Salad
- 🔪 Tomato Slicer Knife — Get perfect tomato slices without crushing them.
- 🥣 Glass Mixing Bowl Set — Ideal for whisking up vinaigrettes or prepping herbs.
- 🌿 Herb Scissors — Quickly chop fresh basil and mint with zero fuss.
- 🧄 Microplane Zester/Grater — Perfect for finely grating garlic into your vinaigrette.
- 🥗 Salad Serving Platter — Show off your tomato masterpiece in style.
💡 Helpful Tip: Toast your almonds in a dry skillet over medium heat until golden and fragrant—just a few minutes makes all the difference in flavor and crunch!