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Summer Tomato Salad with Serrano Chili Oil, Currants, Cherries and Fresh Herbs

Summer Tomato Salad with Spicy Serrano Chili Oil Delight

Delight in a vibrant Summer Tomato Salad with Serrano Chili Oil, enriched with currants, cherries, and fresh herbs for a refreshing side or light lunch.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 4 cups Heirloom Tomatoes diced
  • 1 cup Fresh Currants
  • 1 cup Cherries pitted and halved
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice freshly squeezed
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Zest
  • 1/2 cup Basil Leaves fresh
  • 1 tablespoon Dill chopped
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro chopped
For the Serrano Chili Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Serrano Chili sliced
  • 1/2 cup Olive Oil
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ground Pepper to taste

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • small saucepan
  • blender

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Combine the heirloom tomatoes, fresh currants, and halved cherries in a large mixing bowl. Add fresh lemon juice, zest, and half the chopped basil, dill, and cilantro. Toss together lightly.
  2. Cover the bowl and let the salad sit at room temperature for about 30 minutes, allowing flavors to meld.
  3. In a small saucepan, heat olive oil over low heat. Add sliced serrano chili and coriander seeds, infusing for about 10 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat, cool slightly, then transfer to a blender and puree until smooth.
  5. Transfer the salad to a serving platter, garnish with remaining herbs, extra sliced serrano chili, and drizzle with serrano chili oil. Season with flaky sea salt and fresh ground pepper.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 2gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Let the salad rest for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavor. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days in the fridge.

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