Tomato Vegetable Julienne Salad
A perfect salad to help you practice your knife skills such as slicing, julienne cutting, and chopping. It's also a good exercise in vinaigrette making with two different classic dressings.
Servings: 8
Calories: 176kcal
Ingredients
- 8 medium ripe tomatoes
- 3 small shallots, peeled and sliced
- 4 medium green onions, finely sliced
FOR THE JULIENNE SALAD
- 0.5 cup fine julienne carrot
- 0.5 cup fine julienne cucumber
- 0.5 cup fine julienne red bell pepper
- 0.5 cup fine julienne yellow bell pepper
- 0.5 cup fine julienne celery
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped cilantro
FOR THE VINAIGRETTE
- 3 tablespoons lemon juice
- 9 tablespoons olive oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Make the vinaigrette: In a non-reactive bowl, whisk in the ingredients in the listed order. Taste and rectify seasoning if necessary, and reserve.
- Make the julienne salad: The ideal size would be 5 centimeters long and 2 millimeters square, for all vegetables. Mix in a bowl and season with cilantro, lemon juice, olive oil, salt and pepper to taste.
- Plate: Wash and core the tomato. Split the tomato in half going through the core. Slice the tomato in thin and regular slices. Plate the tomato slices in a large circle, one at the time, by overlapping. Brush the tomato with vinaigrette and garnish with shallots and green onions. Garnish the center with seasoned vegetable julienne and serve.
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Cooking Tips for Tomato and Vegetable Julienne Salad
- Knife Skills: Use a sharp knife and practice your julienne technique. Aim for uniform pieces to ensure even flavor and visual appeal.
- Vegetable Freshness: Select fresh, ripe tomatoes and crisp vegetables. Fresh ingredients will enhance the overall taste and texture of your salad.
- Flavor Balance: Adjust the vinaigrette to taste. Start with less salt and pepper, then gradually add more as needed. A touch of honey or mustard can also add complexity.
- Herb Variations: Experiment with different herbs for added flavor. Fresh basil, parsley, or dill can complement the tomatoes and vegetables beautifully.
- Chill Ingredients: For a refreshing salad, chill your vegetables before assembly. This enhances their crunch and freshness.
- Plating Presentation: Take your time when plating. Layer the tomato slices artfully and consider using a ring mold to create a beautiful structure for your vegetable julienne.
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