Heirloom Tomato Carpaccio
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6 people
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Calories
105 kcal
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Cuisine
Mediterranean, Italian
Heirloom Tomato Carpaccio
Description
Heirloom Tomato Carpaccio centers on very thin rounds of ripe, firm heirloom tomatoes combined with creamy burrata cheese scattered on top. Fresh herbs such as basil, dill, and green onions lend aromatic notes. The dressing, a mixture of olive oil, red wine vinegar, chopped garlic, shallots, and dried oregano, is drizzled over the tomatoes and cheese to enhance their natural flavors. The dish is seasoned with kosher salt and freshly cracked black pepper to taste.
The preparation is simple, requiring careful slicing and arranging, resulting in a visually appealing platter that emphasizes the tomato's texture and the creaminess of burrata. The vinaigrette adds tang and depth, complementing the sweetness and juiciness of the tomatoes.
This carpaccio works well as a light appetizer or side, especially in warm weather when heirloom tomatoes are at their peak. It can be served alongside fresh bread or as part of a larger meal.
Choosing the right tomatoes is important: select ones that are slightly firm but ripe with a strong tomato fragrance, including uncommon colors like reddish brown or green, for the best flavor experience.
Ingredients
- 4 tomato very thinly sliced into rounds, ripe, heirloom
- 1-2 balls burrata cheese
- 1 handful basil leaves small
- 1 handful dill
- 1 handful green onions sliced
For the Dressing
- 4 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic chopped
- 1 shallot finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- salt to taste, kosher salt and freshly cracked
- black pepper to taste, kosher salt and freshly cracked
Instructions
- Arrange the sliced tomatoes on a platter. Tear the burrata into pieces and arrange on the tomatoes or tucked in. Scatter with the herbs. Drizzle with the vinaigrette as needed. Season with salt and pepper.
Notes
- Select heirloom tomatoes that are firm and aromatic for the best flavor and texture.
- Don't hesitate to use tomatoes of unusual colors like reddish brown or green for more variety and taste.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 105 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 105kcal | 5% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 10g | 15% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 7g | 35% |
| Cholesterol | 0.1mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 12mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 224mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 3g | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 722IU | 14% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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