Steamed Vegetables with Tomato and Basil Dressing Recipe

Name: Steamed Vegetables with Tomato and Basil Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 ripe medium tomatoes, halved; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 2 cloves garlic, smashed; 2 teaspoons kosher salt; Freshly ground black pepper; Pinch crushed red pepper flakes; 1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil; 1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves; 1/2 bunch broccoli, cut in large florets; 1/2 bunch cauliflower, cut in large florets; 2 carrots, cut in thick slices; 1 yellow or zucchini squash, cut in thick rounds; 1/2 to 1 head fennel, cut into thin wedges; 1 bunch asparagus; 8 cloves garlic; 1 bunch scallions

Servings: persons

4 ripe medium tomatoes, halved
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
2 cloves garlic, smashed
2 teaspoons kosher salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Pinch crushed red pepper flakes
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 bunch broccoli, cut in large florets
1/2 bunch cauliflower, cut in large florets
2 carrots, cut in thick slices
1 yellow or zucchini squash, cut in thick rounds
1/2 to 1 head fennel, cut into thin wedges
1 bunch asparagus
8 cloves garlic
1 bunch scallions

1
For the sauce: Scoop the flesh and juices of the tomatoes out of the skins with a spoon into a bowl; discard the empty skins.
2
Whisk in the vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, breaking up the tomato as you do.
3
Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a chunky, slightly thick dressing.
4
Roughly chop the basil and stir into the dressing.
5
Set aside for 15 minutes to let the flavors come together.
6
Remove the garlic.
7
For the vegetables: Pour an inch or more of water in a wok or skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat.
8
Place the vegetables in a bamboo or collapsible steamer.
9
Set the steamer over the boiling water, cover, and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, or just until the vegetables are crisp tender.
10
Serve warm or at room temperature with the dressing.

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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 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 ripe medium tomatoes, halved, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, 2 cloves garlic, smashed, 2 teaspoons kosher salt, and more.

Yes, Steamed Vegetables with Tomato and Basil Dressing falls under the Vegetarian 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.

Steamed Vegetables with Tomato and Basil Dressing

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