Matt Preston's tomato and plum salad

Name: Matt Preston's tomato and plum salad
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 3 plums; 8 heirloom or black Russian tomatoes, cut into irregular shapes; 100g ricotta, crumbled; Basil leaves, to serve; 1 tbs red wine vinegar; 1/2 tsp salt flakes; 1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil; Pinch of ground white pepper

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by Matt Preston

delicious. senior editor

Jan 21, 2016

The sweet plums, salty ricotta and ripe tomatoes combine the best flavors of summer in one vivid dish.

3 plums
8 heirloom or black Russian tomatoes, cut into irregular shapes
100g ricotta, crumbled
Basil leaves, to serve

Dressing

1 tbs red wine vinegar
1/2 tsp salt flakes
1/4 cup (60ml) extra virgin olive oil
Pinch of ground white pepper

Method

1.

For the dressing, combine all ingredients in a bowl. Set aside.
2.

Slice the cheeks off the plums, then cut into wedges. Place the tomatoes and plum wedges in a bowl, add the dressing and toss well to coat.
3.

To serve, arrange the tomatoes and plums in a serving bowl or on a platter. Scatter the ricotta over the salad, then place the basil leaves over the top as garnish. Serve immediately.