Creamy "Backyard" Tomato Salad
This simple Creamy Tomato Salad, perfect for ripe backyard tomatoes, pairs a creamy lemon mayo dressing with fresh herbs for a humble and delicious elevated summer side dish.
- Total Time10 minutes
- YieldServes 4
Ingredients
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- 2-3 ripe large tomatoes (from your backyard, if you’ve got them!)
- 1/4 teaspoon coarse kosher salt, plus more for seasoning tomatoes
- 1/4 cup high-quality mayonnaise
- 1-2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- Freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 cup fresh herb leaves (oregano, marjoram and thyme are lovely here)
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes into ½-inch-thick rounds and place them on a large serving platter. Generously sprinkle the slices with salt. Flip the tomatoes onto the other side and sprinkle with salt again. Let them sit for 5 minutes.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, 1 tablespoon of the lemon juice, the salt, and a few grinds of black pepper. Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding in more salt or lemon juice as needed.
- Just before serving, generously drizzle the dressing over the tomatoes. Sprinkle on the herbs and additional freshly ground black pepper, and serve.
- Prep Time: 00:10
- Category: Salad
Find it online: https://everydayfamilyeats.com/creamy-tomato-salad/