55 minutes
A tangy and refreshing salad twist on the classic cocktail, featuring chunks of heirloom tomatoes, crispy ciabatta, and a spicy horseradish dressing.
Ciabatta Bread, torn into 1-inch pieces
0 lb
tablespoons
Prepared Horseradish, freshly grated or drained
tablespoons
Shallots, minced
tablespoons
teaspoons
Celery Seeds
teaspoons
Garlic, finely grated
cloves
teaspoons
Heirloom Tomatoes, cut into 1.5-inch chunks
0 lb
Celery Rib, thinly sliced
each
to taste
cups
1. Toasting the Ciabatta
Preheat your oven to 375°F. Place the torn ciabatta pieces on a baking sheet and toast them in the oven for 12 to 15 minutes, or until they are golden and crisp yet still have a slight chewiness. If needed, store these toasted pieces in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
2. Preparing the Horseradish Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, prepared horseradish, minced shallot, ground black pepper, celery seeds, finely grated garlic, and Tabasco sauce. This mixture can be refrigerated overnight if needed.
3. Assembling the Salad
In a large serving bowl, toss the toasted ciabatta pieces with the heirloom tomatoes and thinly sliced celery rib. Pour the prepared horseradish dressing over the mixture and gently toss.
4. Finishing Touches
Add the celery leaves to the bowl and season the salad with kosher salt to taste. Serve immediately.
Opt for a quality rustic loaf, like a sourdough or ciabatta. The drier the bread, the better it will soak up the dressing without becoming mushy.
Adjust seasoning, acidity, or heat level as flavors can change after resting.
Before adding to the salad, give the bread cubes a light toast in the oven. This will further dry them out and add a crunchy texture that contrasts beautifully with the juicy tomatoes.
Whisk the dressing ingredients together to emulsify the olive oil with the tomato juices for a cohesive and robust dressing.
Seek out a mix of heirloom and cherry tomatoes for a range of sweetness and acidity. The ripest tomatoes will yield the best flavor and juice.
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