HEIRLOOM TOMATO SALAD recipe served on a plate, by Pekin the Chef
Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsHeritage RestaurantHeirloom Tomato Salad Recipe

Heirloom Tomato Salad Recipe

Time45m
Serves4

'panzanella,' arugula, housemade sourdough, roasted garlic vinaigrette, Pecorino

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Roasted Garlic Vinaigrette

Method

Salad Preparation

1

Roast the Garlic

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Wrap the garlic cloves in aluminum foil with a drizzle of olive oil. Roast for 30-35 minutes until soft and fragrant. Allow to cool, then squeeze out the roasted garlic into a bowl.

2

Prepare the Vinaigrette

In the bowl with the roasted garlic, whisk in olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to taste. Adjust seasoning as needed.

3

Prepare the Sourdough

Cut the sourdough bread into bite-sized cubes. If desired, toast the bread in the oven for 10 minutes until lightly crispy.

4

Assemble the Salad

In a large mixing bowl, combine the heirloom tomatoes, arugula, toasted sourdough, and Pecorino cheese. Drizzle the roasted garlic vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.