Tomato Carpaccio

Name: Tomato Carpaccio
Ingredients: 2 pound tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 2 tablespoon sherry vinegar; 2 tablespoon finely minced shallots; 6 basil leaves, sliced; 1 tablespoon snipped chives; salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

True Food Cookbook|May 21, 2013 4:25 pm EST

Tomato Carpaccio

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From the True Food: Seasonal, Sustain, Simple, Pure cookbook, this recipe's directions insist that it’s not worth it unless you’re working with the freshest possible in-season tomatoes, making it the perfect summertime pick.

Servings

4

Ingredients

2 pound tomatoes, sliced 1/4-inch thick
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoon sherry vinegar
2 tablespoon finely minced shallots
6 basil leaves, sliced
1 tablespoon snipped chives
salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Directions

Arrange the tomatoes in a decorative pattern on a serving platter. Whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, and shallots in a small bowl. Spoon the dressing over the tomatoes. Sprinkle the basil leaves and chives over the tomatoes. Sprinkle on salt and pepper before serving.