Tomato Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette, Capers, and Basil

Tomato Salad with Shallot Vinaigrette, Capers, and Basil

Info

Rating
Calories
190.0
Protein
1.0
Sodium
235.0
Fat
18.0

Description

A salad this 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

Directions

  1. Combine shallots, vinegar, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and sugar in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil to blend. Set vinaigrette aside.
  2. Arrange tomatoes on a large platter. Sprinkle capers over; season with salt and pepper. Scatter basil on top. Whisk vinaigrette again; drizzle over salad.