Heirloom Tomato Salad with Two Vinegars Recipe

Name: Heirloom Tomato Salad with Two Vinegars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 very ripe heirloom tomatoes; 1/4 tsp. sugar; salt; 2 green onions; 2 clove garlic; 2 tsp. minced fresh oregano; balsamic vinegar; Sherry vinegar or white wine vinegar; 3 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; country-style bread

Servings: persons

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Slice the tomatoes, capturing their juices.
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Layer the tomatoes on a platter, sprinkling them with the sugar, salt to taste, green onions, garlic (if using), oregano, and the captured juices as you arrange them.
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Drizzle lightly with balsamic vinegar and sherry vinegar and then drizzle generously with olive oil.
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Let stand at room temperature until ready to serve, up to 2 hours.
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Serve accompanied with the bread for sopping up the juices.
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157

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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 heirloom tomatoes, 1/4 tsp. sugar, salt, 2 green onions, and more.

Yes, Heirloom Tomato Salad with Two Vinegars falls under the Salads 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Heirloom Tomato Salad with Two Vinegars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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