Fresh Tomatoes with Caper Dressing
Elevate your summer meals with the vibrant and flavorful "Fresh Tomatoes with Caper Dressing" recipe — a light, Mediterranean-inspired dish perfect as an appetizer or side. Ripe, juicy tomatoes take center stage, paired with a zesty dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, tangy capers, fresh lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and aromatic garlic. Chopped parsley adds a bright, herbaceous touch, while a hint of black pepper ties the flavors together. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this dish is as easy as it is impressive. Serve it as a refreshing accompaniment to grilled meats, crusty bread, or pasta to bring a burst of sunshine to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons capers
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under running water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Slice the tomatoes into rounds about 1/4-inch thick, and arrange them on a serving platter in a single layer or overlapping slightly.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, and salt until the mixture is emulsified and smooth.
Rinse the capers under water to remove excess brine, if desired. Pat them dry with a paper towel and chop them finely.
Finely mince the garlic clove and fresh parsley.
Stir the chopped capers, minced garlic, and parsley into the dressing. Add black pepper to taste and whisk to combine.
Drizzle the caper dressing evenly over the sliced tomatoes, ensuring every piece gets a touch of the dressing.
Let the dish sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a fresh side dish or light appetizer. Optionally, garnish with additional parsley or a sprinkle of flakey sea salt before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
514 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1742 mg | 76% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.9 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.5 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 99 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1830 mg | 39% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
