Potato and tomato salad with basil
4 servings
30 minutes
Potato-tomato salad with basil is a simple yet refined dish rooted in Russian culinary traditions that combine fresh natural ingredients. The salad blends the earthy taste of red potatoes, fried to a golden crust, with the juiciness of ripe tomatoes and the aromatic freshness of basil. Light balsamic vinegar and olive oil enhance the flavor harmony, making the salad an ideal summer side or a light standalone dish. It can be served with both meat and fish dishes as well as traditional Russian pies. This salad embodies the spirit of simplicity and naturalness, making each bite a small gastronomic delight.
1
Preheat the grill or barbecue.
2
Slice the potatoes into about 0.5 cm thick rounds, brush with olive oil, and season with salt and pepper. Place on the grill and cook until tender and golden, about 5 minutes on each side.
- Red potatoes: 500 g
- Extra virgin olive oil: to taste
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
3
Slice the tomatoes into thin rounds and arrange them on a plate, alternating with potato rounds. Place basil leaves between them.
- Tomatoes: 3 pieces
- Red potatoes: 500 g
- Basil leaves: 16 pieces
4
Sprinkle with vinegar and olive oil. Add salt and pepper.
- Balsamic vinegar: to taste
- Extra virgin olive oil: to taste
- Coarse salt: to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper: to taste
