Description
Enjoy a vibrant and fresh Heirloom Tomato Flight, a creative platter featuring six heirloom tomato slices, each uniquely topped with a variety of complementary ingredients. This no-cook recipe highlights the natural flavor of heirloom tomatoes paired with creamy burrata, tangy pesto, deli turkey, pickles, and fresh herbs, delivering a perfect combination of textures and tastes ideal as an appetizer or light snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomato Bases
- 2 heirloom tomatoes (sliced into thick rounds, about 6 slices total)
Toppings
- 2 tablespoons burrata
- 1 tablespoon pesto
- 1 tablespoon cream cheese
- 1 slice deli turkey breast
- 3 slices bread and butter pickles
- 2 teaspoons olive oil (divided)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt
- 3 pieces baby arugula
- 1 slice mozzarella
- 1/4 teaspoon balsamic glaze
- 3 leaves basil
- 3 tablespoons cottage cheese
- 1 teaspoon honey
- Pinch of red pepper flakes
- 1/2 baby cucumber (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 tablespoon crumbly feta cheese
- 3 kalamata olives (sliced)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomato Slices: Place six thick tomato slices on a large cutting board or plate to form the base for each unique topping.
- Burrata and Pesto Tomato: Spread 2 tablespoons burrata over one tomato slice. Top with 1 tablespoon pesto and swirl gently with a spoon to combine and blend the flavors.
- Cream Cheese, Turkey & Pickles Tomato: Spread 1 tablespoon cream cheese on a separate tomato slice. Layer with 1 slice deli turkey breast and top with 3 slices bread and butter pickles for a savory-sweet contrast.
- Olive Oil, Lemon, Salt & Arugula Tomato: Drizzle 1 teaspoon olive oil and 1 teaspoon lemon juice over another tomato slice. Sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon flaky sea salt and garnish with 3 pieces of fresh baby arugula for a zesty, fresh bite.
- Mozzarella and Basil Tomato: Place 1 slice mozzarella on a tomato slice and drizzle it with the remaining 1 teaspoon olive oil. Add 1/4 teaspoon balsamic glaze over the top and finish with 3 fresh basil leaves for a classic Italian flavor combo.
- Cottage Cheese, Honey & Red Pepper Flakes Tomato: Spoon 3 tablespoons cottage cheese onto a tomato slice. Drizzle with 1 teaspoon honey and sprinkle a pinch of red pepper flakes to add a sweet and mildly spicy kick.
- Cucumber, Feta & Olives Tomato: Arrange thinly sliced 1/2 baby cucumber over the last tomato slice. Top with 1/2 tablespoon crumbly feta cheese and 3 sliced kalamata olives for a briny, tangy finish.
Notes
- This recipe requires no cooking, making it quick and easy to prepare.
- Use ripe heirloom tomatoes for the best flavor and vibrant colors.
- Feel free to substitute deli turkey with grilled chicken or prosciutto for variation.
- Adjust the amount of honey and red pepper flakes to suit your sweetness and spice preference.
- Balsamic glaze can be made by reducing balsamic vinegar or purchased ready-made for convenience.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the freshness of the ingredients.
