MIXED CHERRY TOMATOES WITH TAMARIND DRESSING

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Categories     Salad     Tomato     Side     Vegetarian     Summer     Healthy     Tamarind     Gourmet     Sugar Conscious     Kidney Friendly     Pescatarian     Paleo     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 teaspoon cumin seeds
1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
2 teaspoons tamarind concentrate * or balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons hot water
1 to 2 teaspoons mild honey
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
3 cups mixed cherry tomatoes (1 lb), halved

Steps:

  • Toast cumin and fennel seeds then coarsely crush using a mortar and pestle or an electric coffee/spice grinder.
  • Whisk tamarind concentrate into hot water until dissolved, then whisk in honey (to taste), oil, salt, and pepper until blended.
  • Add tomatoes and spices and toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour, then season with salt.
  • *Available at ethnic markets and Kalustyan's (212-685-3451).

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