Fresh Tomato Salad with Zesty Vinaigrette

Ingredients

Estimated total cost: €4.19 · €0.70/serving

• 4 to 6 pungent garlic cloves, peeled and crushed (smash with the flat side of a knife for enhanced flavor)Est. price €0.08–€0.25
• Salt and freshly ground black pepper to suit your palateEst. price €0.01–€0.03
• 1 tablespoon of rich red wine vinegarEst. price €0.15–€0.40
• 3 tablespoons of premium extra virgin olive oilEst. price €0.45–€1.20
• 2 pounds of ripe tomatoes, preferably plum variety, with cores removed, optionally peeled, and thinly slicedEst. price €2.50–€5.00
• 20 fragrant basil leaves, torn into petite pieces (chiffonade the basil leaves by stacking them, rolling them up, and slicing thinly to retain their freshness)Est. price €1.00–€2.50

Steps

1. 1

   Combine minced garlic, salt, vinegar, and olive oil in a bowl, whisking until well blended. Arrange the tomatoes on a serving platter and drizzle the dressing over them evenly.

2. 2

   Garnish the dish with fresh basil leaves, a sprinkle of salt, and a dash of pepper. Present it promptly for serving.

3. 3

   Start by trimming the ends off 1 pound of green beans. Boil them in a large pot of salted water until they turn bright green, which should take about 2 minutes. Once done, quickly drain the beans and rinse them under cold running water to halt the cooking process. Skip dressing the tomatoes this time around and mix the green beans with the strained dressing. Arrange this mixture on top of the tomatoes before garnishing with basil, salt, and pepper. Your dish is now ready to be served.

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• Cultural note

  Fresh Tomato Salad with Zesty Vinaigrette is a classic Mediterranean dish that showcases the simplicity and freshness of seasonal ingredients. It is often enjoyed as a light and refreshing side dish or appetizer in Mediterranean cuisine.

• Seasonal note

  Fresh Tomato Salad with Zesty Vinaigrette is best made during the summer when tomatoes and basil are in season, ensuring the ingredients are at their peak flavor and freshness.

• Health note

  This dish is low in calories and saturated fats, but high in essential vitamins like A, C, and K. It also provides a good source of healthy fats from olive oil and fiber from tomatoes.