Tomato with Pesto
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant and easy-to-make Tomato with Pesto recipe, a celebration of fresh, Mediterranean flavors. Juicy, ripe tomatoes are delicately sliced and paired with a luscious homemade pesto, featuring fragrant basil, toasted pine nuts, nutty Parmesan cheese, and a hint of zesty lemon. This quick, no-cook dish comes together in just 20 minutes, making it perfect for summer entertaining or a light, refreshing side dish. With the perfect balance of creamy, tangy, and herbaceous notes, this recipe is a feast for both the eyes and the palate. Serve it immediately for maximum flavor, and let this simple yet sophisticated dish shine at your next gathering. Keywords: fresh tomatoes, homemade pesto, Mediterranean appetizer, no-cook recipe.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup pine nuts
- 1 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Directions
Step 1
Wash the ripe tomatoes under cold running water and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.
Step 2
Slice each tomato into 1/4 inch thick slices and arrange them on a serving platter. Set aside.
Step 3
In a dry skillet over medium heat, toast the pine nuts for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown and fragrant. Be careful not to burn them. Remove the pine nuts from the skillet and allow them to cool.
Step 4
In a food processor, combine the fresh basil leaves, toasted pine nuts, grated Parmesan cheese, and peeled garlic cloves. Pulse until the mixture is coarsely chopped.
Step 5
While the food processor is running, gradually add the extra-virgin olive oil in a slow, steady stream until the pesto is smooth and emulsified.
Step 6
Add the lemon juice, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to the pesto, and pulse a few more times to combine.
Step 7
Taste the pesto and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Step 8
Spoon the pesto evenly over the sliced tomatoes on the platter.
Step 9
Serve the tomatoes with pesto immediately as an appetizer or side dish, or refrigerate for up to an hour before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 888.1 grams (888.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2402 |
| Total Fat 236.70g | 303% |
| Saturated Fat 39.10g | 196% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 46.00g | |
| Cholesterol 80mg | 27% |
| Sodium 2555mg | 111% |
| Total Carbohydrate 43.60g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.80g | 46% |
| Total Sugars 18.00g | |
| Protein 57.10g | 114% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1026mg | 79% |
| Iron 11mg | 58% |
| Potassium 2170mg | 46% |
Source of Calories