Grape Tomato Vinaigrette is a light, flavorful dressing that's perfect on top of your favorite salad or used as a dip for your favorite vegetables.
Years ago, there was a local, family owned restaurant by our home called Sonny's On The Lake. We liked this restaurant for several reasons.
One being it was close; only about 10 minutes away, the food was always good and the service was impeccable.
In fact, Sonny himself always picked out the best wines for us to try and we were never disappointed. They also served a salad before every meal with this amazing Grape Tomato Vinaigrette.
One day I finally asked him what was in it and I recreated it at home.
How do you make Grape Tomato Vinaigrette?
For this recipe you'll need grape tomatoes, garlic, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, distilled white vinegar, grated Pecorino Romano cheese and of course a little salt and pepper.
Combine all of the ingredients in a mini food processor and blend until smooth.
This recipe makes 1 cup and is perfect on top of a tossed salad or you can also use it as a dip for a crudité platter.
Though this Grape Tomato Vinaigrette didn't taste exactly like his, this recipe came super close.
I think his version must have some sugar in it because it was a little sweeter than mine, but I'd rather not add the extra sugar anyway.
Thankfully I have this recipe because this restaurant sadly is no longer in business so now I can make it at home. ~Enjoy!
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Grape Tomato Vinaigrette
Ingredients
- 1 c. Grape Tomatoes, rinsed
- 1 Clove Garlic
- 2 tsp. Fresh Basil
- ¼ c. Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 3 tbsp. Distilled White Vinegar
- 3 tbsp. Grated Pecorino Romano Cheese
- Kosher Salt & Fresh Ground Black Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a mini food chopper or blender and pulse until the mixture is smooth. Makes 1 cup.
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*Originally shared June 2012/Updated April 2019
Amee Livingston says
Carrie, this dressing sounds amazing! I have some grape tomatoes ripening in my garden and lots of fresh basil. I will try this one for sure! Thanks for sharing on Fit and Fab. 😉
Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says
Thanks Amee!
Katie @ www.livingcrunchy.com says
This looks great! I am always looking for dips for my kids. I will definately have to try this! Found you on Fit and Fab Friday!
Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says
Thanks for stopping by Katie, I'm glad you like it!
Ashlee Christopher says
Wow just found your blog today I am your newest follower and am VERY excited to see what you come up with next! Great photos and recipes
Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says
Thank you Ashlee and Welcome, I'm glad you're here. 🙂
Krista says
This sounds amazing. Perfect for all the cherry tomatoes that will be coming from our garden, soon! I have a little something for you on EMM http://everydaymomsmeals.blogspot.com/2012/06/blogger-inspiration-another-award.html
Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says
Thank you so much Krista! xo
Nettie Moore says
Carrie, this sounds fabulous! Love everything tomatoey!! Nettie
Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says
Thanks Nettie! xo
Carrie's Experimental Kitchen says
Thank you, I hope you like it! 🙂
Foodie Stuntman says
I can see why this would be delicious. They're preactically the ingredients for a caprese salad.
Katie says
I have a plethora of cherry tomatoes right now so I think I might have to adapt this recipe for my cherry tomatoes!
Lisa @ Lisa's Dinnertime Dish says
This dressing sounds amazing, Carrie! I bet it would be delicious to dip bread in as well! I'm going to pin this to try later! 🙂