Heirloom Tomatoes with Garlic Scape and Basil Vinaigrette

By vealam

Ingredients

• 2 lbs heirloom tomatoes
• 1 1/2 cups coarsely chopped garlic scapes
• 1/4 cup basil, packed
• 3 tablespoons Champagne vinegar
• 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, plus 1 tablespoon
• Kosher salt
• Black pepper

Details

Servings 1
Adapted from athoughtforfood.net

Preparation

Step 1

1. Cut tomatoes into wedges (four or five, depending on the size of the tomato) and transfer to a bowl.

2. Make the dressing by placing 1 cup chopped garlic scapes, the basil, vinegar, olive oil, and 1 teaspoon of salt into a blender (or use an immersion blender). Blend until pureed.

3. Toss the tomato wedges with the dressing and set aside.

4. Set a small skillet over medium heat. Add 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Cook remaining chopped garlic scapes for three minutes, or until slightly softened. Sprinkle on top of tomato salad.

5. Season salad with more salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste.