Tomato Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette, Capers, and Basil

By MJH

A salad that simple requires the finest ingredients to make it shine.

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons minced shallots
• 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt plus more
• 1/2 teaspoon sugar
• 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 5 large ripe beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes, cut into 1/2" slices
• 2 tablespoons rinsed salt-packed capers
• Freshly ground black pepper
• 10 fresh medium basil leaves, torn into approx. 1/2" pieces

Details

Adapted from bpnappetit.com

Preparation

Step 1

Combine shallots, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and sugar in a small bowl.
Gradually whisk in oil to blend.

Set vinaigrette aside.

Arrange tomatoes on a large platter. S

Sprinkle capers over; season with salt and peppers.

Scatter basil on top.

Whisk vinaigrette again; drizzle over salad.