Tomato Basil Dressing Recipes

TOMATO BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Combine the tomato paste, red wine vinegar, basil, garlic powder, sugar, salt, and pepper in a bowl or a blender. Whisk or blend until smooth.
• Begin whisking in the olive oil, one tablespoon at a time, making sure it's fully incorporated before adding more. This allows the oil to emulsify into the tomato mixture, creating a smooth dressing. The dressing may separate slowly as it sits, but a quick whisk before drizzling over your salad will bring it back to a thick mixture.

TOMATO-BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Shake all of the ingredients together in a jar with a tight fitting lid (or mix in food processor as described above).
• The dressing can be refrigerated for up to 3 days; bring to room temperature then shake vigorously to recombine before using.

FRESH TOMATO AND BASIL DRESSING

Steps:

• In a food processor, combine tomato, basil, vinegar, oil, garlic, salt and pepper. Blend until smooth.

TOMATO-BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• Blend first 6 ingredients and 1/2 cup oil in processor or blender. With machine running, add remaining 1/2 cup oil; process until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using.)

TOMATO BASIL DRESSING

Steps:

• In a large stainless steel bowl, put the egg yokes in and whisk using a thin wired whip until the eggs turn light yellow. Add the oil, slowly whipping continuously. Add the red wine vinegar and all other ingredients. Voila!

STEAMED VEGETABLES WITH TOMATO AND BASIL DRESSING

Steps:

• For the sauce: Scoop the flesh and juices of the tomatoes out of the skins with a spoon into a bowl; discard the empty skins. Whisk in the vinegar, garlic, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, breaking up the tomato as you do. Gradually whisk in the olive oil, starting with a few drops and then adding the rest in a steady stream to make a chunky, slightly thick dressing. Roughly chop the basil and stir into the dressing. Set aside for 15 minutes to let the flavors come together. Remove the garlic.
• For the vegetables: Pour an inch or more of water in a wok or skillet and bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Place the vegetables in a bamboo or collapsible steamer. Set the steamer over the boiling water, cover, and cook for 5 to 8 minutes, or just until the vegetables are crisp tender. Serve warm or at room temperature with the dressing.

BASIL VINAIGRETTE

Steps:

• In a jar with tight-fitting lid, combine all ingredients; shake well. Serve over salad greens.

TOMATO-CUCUMBER SALAD WITH BASIL DRESSING

Steps:

• Cut each tomato wedge into four pieces; cut cucumber into 3/4-inch chunks. In a bowl, whisk vinegar with 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, oil, and basil. Add tomatoes and cucumber; toss gently.

TOMATO-BASIL SALAD

Steps:

• Place tomato slices around the edge of a plate overlapping slightly, tucking in halved onion slices and basil leaves between tomato slices. Put shredded mozzarella cheese in center of plate.
• Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; drizzle over tomatoes.

TOMATO, BASIL, PINE NUT DRESSING

Steps:

• In a bowl, mix the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sun-dried tomatoes, basil, pine nuts, water, and sugar. Cover, and refrigerate 8 hours, or overnight.