Butterfly Tomatoes with Salsa Cruda Recipe

Name: Butterfly Tomatoes with Salsa Cruda
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 very ripe medium-sized tomatoes (about 8 ounces each); 4 large cloves of garlic, finely chopped; 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves; 2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon sugar; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 12 ounces dried farfalle (butterfly pasta); Salt, to taste; 6 ounces ricotta salata cheese (optional garnish)

Servings: persons

6 very ripe medium-sized tomatoes (about 8 ounces each)
4 large cloves of garlic, finely chopped
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves
2 teaspoons finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon sugar
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
12 ounces dried farfalle (butterfly pasta)
Salt, to taste
6 ounces ricotta salata cheese (optional garnish)

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Core the tomatoes and cut them into 1/2-inch pieces.
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Place in a large serving bowl with the garlic.
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(If the tomatoes seem watery, drain them first in a colander for 20 minutes, tapping it once or twice.)
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Stir in olive oil, 1/4 cup of the mint, the lemon zest, sugar, and pepper.
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Let rest for 2 to 4 hours for flavors to blend.
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Before serving, bring a large pot of salted water to a boil.
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Cook the pasta until just tender; drain.
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Add to the tomato sauce; toss well.
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Before serving, season lightly with salt.
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If desired, grate ricotta salata atop the pasta using the largest holes of the grater.
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Sprinkle with the remaining chopped mint.
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Serve.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 very ripe medium-sized tomatoes (about 8 ounces each), 4 large cloves of garlic, finely chopped, 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil, 1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint leaves, and more.

Yes, Butterfly Tomatoes with Salsa Cruda falls under the Snacks & Appetizers category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

Butterfly Tomatoes with Salsa Cruda

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