Heirloom Tomatoes with Shallots
Heirloom Tomatoes with Shallots is the perfect summer side dish. Dijon adds an earthy flavor & depth to this classic.
Servings: 0
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup quality extra virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
- 1 ½ tsp Dijon mustard start with 1 tsp depending on your preference, you can always add more
- 3 shallots, finely chopped or sliced
- Kosher salt
- Fresh ground pepper
- Heirloom tomatoes, sliced thick
- 1 bunch of fresh basil leaves, finely chopped or parsley, arugula
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, Dijon and shallots until the mixture combines well and begins to emulsify. Season with salt and pepper, taste to adjust seasoning.
- Arrange tomatoes on a serving plate, overlapping if necessary, and drizzle the olive oil, Dijon and shallot mixture over the tomatoes and sprinkle with desired amount of basil. Serve extra olive oil at the table for any one that likes an extra drizzle. Enjoy!
Notes
Serve with a crusty rustic bread to mop up all that delicious olive oil and shallot mixture;
If omitting the Dijon, squeeze half of a small-medium sized lemon into the olive oil and shallot mixture, whisk to combine well and season with salt and pepper.