Char-Grilled Tomato Salad |
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes Cook Time: 1 Minutes |
Ready In: 11 Minutes Servings: 6 |
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This recipe is from Jeffrey Steelman, chef de cusine of Todd English's Tuscany at Mohegan Sun Casino in Uncasville, Ct. Ingredients:
6 large tomatoes |
salt & freshly ground black pepper |
1 cup olive oil |
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar |
1 medium red onion, diced |
1 bunch fresh cilantro, chopped |
1 bunch fresh chives, finely chopped |
2 bunches fresh basil, thinly sliced widthwise |
Directions:
1. Core tomatoes and slice widthwise into 1/2-inch-thick rounds.
2. Season with salt and pepper, drizzle with some of the olive oil on one side and place over the grill until charred, about one minute.
3. Set aside to cool.
4. In a bowl, combine the remaining oil and vinegar then add the onion, cilantro and chives. Season to taste.
5. Distribute tomatoes over 6 plates. Spoon dressing over the tomatoes; garnish with basil and serve.
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