Heirloom Tomato Salad with Dukkah and Mint
This heirloom tomato salad is a fresh and vibrant dish featuring juicy tomatoes, a zesty garlic-lemon dressing, crunchy dukkah, and fragrant mint. It’s quick to prepare, bursting with Mediterranean flavors, and perfect as a side or light main course.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 lemon, juiced
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Kosher salt, to taste
Black pepper, to taste
1 jalapeño or ancho chili pepper, seeded and thinly sliced (optional)
3 large heirloom tomatoes (about 1 1/2 pounds), sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
4–6 tablespoons dukkah (homemade or store-bought)
1 tablespoon chopped fresh mint
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, lemon juice, olive oil, salt, and pepper until well combined. Stir in the jalapeño or chili slices if using.
- Arrange sliced tomatoes on a serving platter.
- Drizzle the dressing over the tomatoes.
- Sprinkle with dukkah and top with fresh mint.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh, as tomatoes release juices quickly.
- Swap mint for basil or parsley for a different flavor profile.
- Add crumbled feta or mozzarella for extra richness.
- Za’atar or sesame seeds with cumin can replace dukkah.
- For a heartier dish, serve over toasted bread.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 9g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
