Roasted Garlic and Tomato Herb Dressing
Elevate your salad game with this delectable Roasted Garlic and Tomato Herb Dressing. Infused with the sweet and mellow flavors of roasted garlic, coupled with the refreshing zest of fresh tomatoes and garden-fresh basil, this dressing adds a burst of flavor to any green salad. Ideal for enhancing a simple salad or complementing a complex mix of greens, this versatile dressing promises to transform your meal into a special dining experience. Enjoy the harmony of flavors that make every bite memorable.
8
Servings
N/A
Calories
7
Ingredients
Ingredients
garlic cloves
6-8 (unpeeled)
olive oil
1/4 cup (divided)
fresh tomatoes
2 medium (chopped and drained)
lemon juice
2 tablespoons (freshly squeezed)
scallions
4 (chopped, use white part only)
herb vinegar
3 tablespoons (or wine vinegar)
fresh garden basil
1/3 cup (finely chopped)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Place the unpeeled garlic cloves in a small baking dish.
3
Brush the garlic cloves with 1 teaspoon of olive oil, setting aside the remaining oil for later.
4
Roast the garlic in the preheated oven for 10 to 15 minutes, or until they are golden and soft. Be vigilant to ensure the garlic does not over-brown or burn.
5
Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the garlic to cool until it can be safely handled.
6
Once cooled, squeeze the roasted garlic pulp out of its skins.
7
In a blender, combine the roasted garlic pulp, the reserved olive oil, chopped tomatoes, lemon juice, chopped scallions, herb vinegar or wine vinegar, and finely chopped basil.
8
Blend the mixture until it becomes a smooth dressing.
9
Drizzle the dressing over any mixed garden salad and toss to coat.
10
Store any leftover dressing in the refrigerator to enjoy later.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Roasted Garlic and Tomato Herb Dressing?
It is a flavorful salad dressing made with sweet roasted garlic, fresh tomatoes, and garden basil.
How many servings does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 8 servings.
What temperature should the oven be set to?
The oven should be preheated to 350°F (175°C).
How long do I roast the garlic?
Roast the garlic for 10 to 15 minutes until it is golden and soft.
Do I need to peel the garlic before roasting?
No, you should roast the garlic cloves while they are still unpeeled.
How much olive oil is used for brushing the garlic?
Use 1 teaspoon of olive oil to brush the garlic cloves before roasting.
What should I do if the garlic starts to burn?
Be vigilant to ensure the garlic does not over-brown or burn; remove it if it becomes too dark.
When can I squeeze the roasted garlic out of the skins?
Wait until the garlic has cooled enough to be safely handled before squeezing out the pulp.
What equipment is needed to finish the dressing?
You will need a blender to combine and smooth the ingredients.
How many garlic cloves are required?
The recipe calls for 6 to 8 unpeeled garlic cloves.
What is the total amount of olive oil needed?
A total of 1/4 cup of olive oil is used in this recipe.
How many tomatoes are used?
The recipe requires 2 medium fresh tomatoes.
How should the tomatoes be prepared?
The tomatoes should be chopped and drained before being added to the blender.
How much lemon juice is added?
You should add 2 tablespoons of freshly squeezed lemon juice.
How many scallions do I need?
The recipe uses 4 scallions.
Which part of the scallion is used?
Use only the white part of the chopped scallions.
What type of vinegar can be used?
You can use either 3 tablespoons of herb vinegar or wine vinegar.
How much basil is required?
The recipe calls for 1/3 cup of finely chopped fresh garden basil.
What is the final texture of the dressing?
The mixture should be blended until it becomes a smooth dressing.
How do I serve the dressing?
Drizzle it over any mixed garden salad and toss to coat.
Where should I store the leftover dressing?
Any leftover dressing should be stored in the refrigerator.
Is this dressing suitable for complex greens?
Yes, it is designed to complement both simple salads and complex mixes of greens.
What are the primary flavor components?
The dressing harmonizes mellow roasted garlic, refreshing tomatoes, and fresh basil.
How many ingredients are in the dressing?
There are 7 main ingredients: garlic, olive oil, tomatoes, lemon juice, scallions, vinegar, and basil.
Is the garlic pulp used directly?
Yes, once squeezed from the skins, the pulp is blended with the other ingredients.
Can I use wine vinegar if I do not have herb vinegar?
Yes, wine vinegar is an acceptable substitute for herb vinegar.
What is the recipe category?
This recipe is categorized under Salad Dressings.
What is the preparation for the basil?
The fresh garden basil should be finely chopped.
Does this recipe contain cholesterol?
Based on the ingredients list, this dressing is cholesterol-free.
Why is the garlic roasted?
Roasting the garlic infuses the dressing with sweet and mellow flavors that are not present in raw garlic.