Heirloom Tomatoes with Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle
Elevate your summer dining with this vibrant and flavorful Heirloom Tomatoes with Pomegranate Molasses Drizzle recipe. Juicy, multi-colored heirloom tomatoes are the star of this refreshing dish, artfully arranged and drizzled with a tangy-sweet pomegranate molasses vinaigrette that perfectly balances the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. Accented with aromatic fresh basil and mint leaves, a pop of crunch from toasted pine nuts, and the peppery bite of microgreens or arugula, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a show-stopping side dish or a light appetizer, it’s an effortless way to showcase seasonal produce and introduce bold Middle Eastern-inspired flavors to your table. Simple, elegant, and guaranteed to impress, this salad is a celebration of fresh ingredients at their finest.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large heirloom tomatoes (varied colors)
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate molasses
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly cracked black pepper
- 10 whole fresh basil leaves
- 10 whole fresh mint leaves
- 0.25 medium red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons toasted pine nuts
- 1 cup microgreens or arugula
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the heirloom tomatoes, then slice them into wedges or 1/4-inch thick rounds, depending on your presentation preference.
Arrange the tomato slices on a large serving platter, overlapping slightly for visual appeal.
In a small bowl, whisk together the pomegranate molasses, extra-virgin olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Drizzle the pomegranate molasses mixture evenly over the sliced tomatoes.
Scatter thinly sliced red onion across the salad, followed by the fresh basil and mint leaves.
Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts on top for added texture and nuttiness.
Add a handful of microgreens or arugula to the salad, arranging them lightly over the tomatoes.
Serve immediately as a stunning side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
872 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 54.0 g | 69% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1246 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 91.6 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.5 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 71.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.5 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 244 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 2414 mg | 51% | |
*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.
