Tomato "Carpaccio" with Arugula and Herb Salad

Recipe courtesy Michael Chiarello

Show: Easy Entertaining with Michael ChiarelloEpisode: Gaucho Gusto

Rated: 5 stars out of 5Rate itRead users' reviews (9)

RECIPE
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Prep Time:
20 min
Level:
Easy
Yield:
6 to 8 servings

Times:

Prep: 20 min
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Total:: 20 min

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Ingredients

For the vinaigrette:

2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 tablespoons minced shallots
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh oregano leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh tarragon leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Italian parsley leaves
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh chives
3 tablespoons finely chopped fresh basil leaves
2 cups red and/or yellow tomatoes, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 2 to 3 tomatoes)
5 ounces Sweet 100 tomatoes, cut ½, 1 cup
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
10 large red and/or yellow tomatoes, about 8 ounces each, thinly sliced
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
4 ounces (about 6 cups) fresh baby arugula
2-ounce chunk Parmesan

Directions

For the vinaigrette: In a medium bowl, combine the lemon juice, shallots, and garlic. Slowly whisk in the olive oil to form an emulsion. Add the chopped herbs. Stir in the diced tomatoes and Sweet 100's and mix well. Season with salt and pepper.

To assemble: On a round platter, arrange the sliced tomatoes in concentric circles, slightly overlapping the slices and alternating colors if using both red and yellow tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper.

Spoon the tomatoes from the vinaigrette over the sliced tomatoes, leaving some of the vinaigrette in the bowl. Toss the arugula in the bowl with the remaining vinaigrette. Season with salt and pepper. Arrange the arugula in the middle of the platter. Using a vegetable peeler, shave thin slices of Parmesan over the tomatoes and arugula. Pass freshly ground black pepper. Serve at room temperature.

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recipe Tomato "Carpaccio" with Arugula and Herb Salad
Barbara Washington, DC 10-13-2008
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Wonderful buffet dish!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I doubled this recipe for a dinner of 25 or so family and friends. It is a beautiful presentation on a large round platter. ... I was able to find mini-heirloom tomatoes to use for the vinaigrette, which made the dish even more colorful. In addition to looking spectacular, it also tastes great -- I think that the parmesan shavings are a nice departure from the classic pairing of tomotoes with fresh mozzarella -- which is of course delicious, too, but it's nice to change it up a bit. I will be making this again and again -- a permanent addition to my entertaining repertoire.Read more
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Danelle Fribourg, OTHER 01-12-2007
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Delicious!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

This salad is so delicious! Great for summer BBQ's. Will add to my favorites for salads!!
recipe Tomato "Carpaccio" with Arugula and Herb Salad
MAUREEN Macedonia, OH 10-09-2006
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Outstanding!!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Had this at my daughters last night and couldn't wait to go on line today to get a copy for my files! what a great dressing... and the presentation is very professional looking. Can't wait to try it on my friends. You did it again Michael!!!Read more
recipe Tomato "Carpaccio" with Arugula and Herb Salad
Jen King of Prussia, PA 09-25-2006
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So fresh and delicious!
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

All of the fresh herbs are just so wonderful. I couldn't find any yellow tomatoes, so I used yellow bell peppers instead. ... My boyfriend said that it was fabulous but what might taste great in this salad is salami of some kind. I agree, so next time I will try that addition. Great recipe, thanks!Read more
recipe Tomato "Carpaccio" with Arugula and Herb Salad
Emily Cleveland, OH 09-22-2006
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great viniagrette
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

I just used the tomato viniagrette part of this recipe over a watercress and spinach salad with toasted pinenuts, served... alongside a fontina and leek risotto. Made for a very satisfying vegetarian dinner, hearty enough not to miss the meat.Read more
recipe Tomato "Carpaccio" with Arugula and Herb Salad
Anonymous 05-23-2006
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Little round pasta with sausage
Rated: 5 stars out of 5

Little spicy. Very good as side dish. Serves quite a few people.