Creole Tomato Salad

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Mardi Gras is just two days away and I have been sporting my Creole/Cajun pants the last couple of days 🎭. This pre-Fat Tuesday feast combines my love for both said cuisines.

Long time readers might recall one of my favorite creole salads/slaws. This is a simple spin on that recipe where I use plump Campari tomatoes (they are pretty decent all year round and I had a craving for some sweet tomatoes) in lieu of the cabbage. The tomatoes are sweet, the herbs and onions have a nice bite, and the dressing is bold in flavor without being over powering to the palate. This salad provides a nice balance of flavor and texture to the meal. Happy Sunday and “I’m glad for you ta be seein’ me”- (said in my best Justin Wilson voice)!

Creole Tomato Salad

By Nicole Prep: 5 minsAssemble Time: 5 minsTotal: 10 mins Servings: 8 Bring this salad to the table and it will always be a hit!

Ingredients 

• 1 extra-large (.38 ounce) beef bouillon cube from a 2.3 ounce package
• 2 tablespoons of water
• 3 pounds Campari tomatoes, quartered
• 1 bunch green onions, roots trimmed and finely chopped
• 1 medium shallot, finely chopped
• ½ teaspoon dried thyme
• ¾ teaspoon dried basil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• ½ cup Extra-virgin olive oil
• ¼ cup red wine vinegar
• Tabasco to taste, (optional)
• kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

Instructions 

1. In a small bowl, combine the bouillon cube and water. Microwave on high for one minute. Allow the bouillon cube to dissolve in the water; set aside to cool to room temperature.
2. Place the tomatoes in a large bowl. Add the green onions, shallot, thyme, basil and garlic; toss to combine. In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the oil, vinegar, and bouillon mixture. Pour the vinaigrette over the tomatoes and gently toss to coat the tomatoes completely. Season to taste with Tabasco, kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper. Enjoy!

Notes

Salad is best when served immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 158kcal, Carbohydrates: 8g, Protein: 2g, Fat: 14g, Saturated Fat: 2g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g, Monounsaturated Fat: 10g, Cholesterol: 0.02mg, Sodium: 130mg, Potassium: 432mg, Fiber: 2g, Sugar: 5g, Vitamin A: 1435IU, Vitamin C: 24mg, Calcium: 26mg, Iron: 1mg

Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.