Mixed Tomato Salad with Soy and Sesame Dressing

, from Issue #52. September, 2015
Photography by Aaron McLean.
Mixed Tomato Salad with Soy and Sesame Dressing

The days of using only red tomatoes are long gone and this salad showcases the kaleidoscope of colours available on the market. (Or grow your own!)

Serves: 6

INGREDIENTS

2 punnets assorted tomatoes, halved if large I used Curious Croppers)
2 teaspoons black or white sesame seeds, toasted
micro salad leaves or small coriander leaves

Dressing
1 tablespoon sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 tablespoon soy sauce
1 tablespoon rice wine vinegar
½ teaspoon caster sugar
1 clove garlic, crushed
sea salt and freshly ground pepper

METHOD

Dressing: Whisk all the ingredients in a bowl and season.

Arrange the tomatoes on a serving platter and spoon over the dressing. Scatter with the sesame seeds and micro leaves.