Jun 04 2026
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Tomato Salad Recipe

Inspired by Cafe Brio
Time30m
Serves4

Northstar Organics tomatoes, fried fontina, grilled eggplant, basil vinaigrette

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Basil Vinaigrette Ingredients

Method

Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Grilled Eggplant

    Slice the eggplant into 1/2 inch rounds. Brush with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill on medium heat for about 3-4 minutes on each side until tender and charred. Remove from grill and set aside to cool.

  2. 2

    Fry the Fontina Cheese

    In a skillet over medium heat, add a little olive oil. Cut fontina cheese into cubes and fry until golden brown and crispy on all sides. Remove from skillet and drain on paper towels.

  3. 3

    Assemble the Salad

    In a large bowl, combine chopped Northstar Organics tomatoes, grilled eggplant slices, and fried fontina cheese. Tear fresh basil leaves and add to the salad.

Basil Vinaigrette Preparation

  1. 4

    Make the Vinaigrette

    In a blender, combine fresh basil leaves, olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, honey, salt, and black pepper. Blend until smooth and emulsified.

  2. 5

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the basil vinaigrette over the salad just before serving. Toss gently to combine.

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