Herb Butter and Heirloom Tomato Tartine
This recipe for Herb Butter and Heirloom Tomato Tartine is a celebration of peak summer produce, featuring vibrant heirloom tomatoes and a herb-infused butter spread on crusty bread. It’s a simple yet flavorful way to enjoy the best of the summer season. Whether you’re preparing a quick lunch or an elegant appetizer Herb Butter and Heirloom Tomato Tartine makes a delicious choice. The combination of fresh basil, parsley, shallot, and chives in the butter creates a savory base that perfectly complements the juicy, seasoned tomatoes. A drizzle of olive oil and a sprinkle of Maldon salt finish it off for a satisfying bite that’s both rustic and refined.
Herb Butter and Heirloom Tomato Tartine Ingredients
4 Tablespoons unsalted butter
4-5 leaves of fresh basil, finely diced + 2 more to top
6-8 leaves of fresh parsley, finely diced
1 small shallot, finely diced
5-6 stems of chives, finely diced
Maldon Salt
2-3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced and seasoned with flake salt and black pepper
2 thick slices of crusty bread
Olive oil, to drizzle
Herb Butter and Heirloom Tomato Tartine Instructions
In a medium bowl combine basil, parsley, shallots, chives and butter. Using a fork mix ingredients until well combined. Top off with Maldon Salt.
Slice heirloom tomatoes into thick slices and season with Maldon salt and cracked black pepper.
Toast your sliced bread and spread the herb butter over the top. Layer your heirloom tomato slices onto the toast and top with a drizzle of olive oil and basil and enjoy!
