Heirloom Tomato Flights
Shanthi Appelo, MS, RD
| 1 min read
There’s something about a perfectly ripe tomato in the height of summer. Heirloom tomato flights are a beautiful and effortless appetizer that offer a punch of nutrition. They come in a variety of colors ─ yellow, deep purple and crimson ─ to add pops of color and antioxidants to the table. Simply drizzle with extra virgin olive oil, a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, cracked pepper and a handful of torn fresh basil or try one of these ideas to build a perfect bite.
Total Time:
15 minutes
Prep Time:
10 minutes
Cooking Difficulty:
Easy
Serving Amount
Ingredients
4 heirloom large tomatoes
2 Tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Flaky sea salt and pepper to taste
Toppings option 1: spoonful of ricotta, balsamic glaze and fresh basil
Toppings option 2: feta cheese, capers, toasted pine nuts and fresh parsley
Toppings option 3: pesto and thinly sliced fresh peaches
Instructions
Step 1
Wash and slice the tomatoes into 3/8-inch-thick rounds.
Step 2
Arrange tomatoes on a large platter. Drizzle with olive oil and season with sea salt and black pepper.
Step 3
Serve with optional toppings.
Images: Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
