Jul 14 2026

Tomato Salad Recipe

Time1h
Serves4

seasonal stone fruit, pickled shallot, serrano, toasted pine nut nuoc cham dressing

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation

  1. 1

    Pickle the Shallots

    Thinly slice the shallots and soak them in a mixture of vinegar and a pinch of salt for at least 30 minutes.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Dressing

    In a bowl, combine fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, water, and minced garlic. Stir until the sugar dissolves.

  3. 3

    Toast the Pine Nuts

    In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts until golden brown, stirring frequently. Remove from heat and set aside.

  4. 4

    Combine Salad Ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, sliced seasonal stone fruits, pickled shallots, and diced serrano pepper.

  5. 5

    Dress the Salad

    Drizzle the nuoc cham dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.

  6. 6

    Serve

    Top the salad with toasted pine nuts and serve immediately.

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