Garden Center Edible Flower Tomato Salad

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A colorful salad featuring Colorado-grown tomatoes, edible flowers, and a garden herb vinaigrette for a fresh, vibrant meal. This mediterranean-inspired salads ready in about 20 minutes pairs Beefsteak tomatoes, Nasturtium flowers, Pansy flowers into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 6, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

★ 3.7 (14 ratings) Prep: 20 min Serves 6 Mediterranean cuisine 190 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Slice 2 lbs beefsteak tomatoes into 1/3-inch thick slices and arrange in a single layer on a serving platter.
  2. Step 2: Finely chop 2 tbsp fresh chives, then whisk with 1 tbsp Dijon mustard, 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 1/2 tsp kosher salt, and 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper until emulsified.
  3. Step 3: Drizzle 3/4 of the vinaigrette evenly over the tomatoes, then gently arrange 1/4 cup nasturtium flowers and 1/4 cup pansy flowers on top.
  4. Step 4: Serve immediately with the remaining vinaigrette on the side for drizzling, ensuring the delicate flowers remain intact.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Garden Center Edible Flower Tomato Salad take to make?

Total time is about 20 minutes (20 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Garden Center Edible Flower Tomato Salad?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep beefsteak tomatoes from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Garden Center Edible Flower Tomato Salad?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Garden Center Edible Flower Tomato Salad for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 6 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 6). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Garden Center Edible Flower Tomato Salad?

Mediterranean salads like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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