One of the best part of early fall is the tomatoes. I love that tomato season extends to the first few weeks of fall. At this time of the year they are so sweet and juicy that I am usually trying to find recipes that include them whenever I can before winter hits.
In this salad, bright red heirlooms are layered with deep purple and orange beets and vivid green basil. This is like summer on a plate! And what’s different about this salad is I’ve made a slightly sweet dressing with freshly ground cinnamon, balsamic vinegar, olive oil, and sugar. Often we use cinnamon for baking. But here, I love how it adds a subtle sweetness to the tomatoes and beets, while the capers add a saltiness and texture to the salad, which compliments the sweet balsamic vinaigrette.
With all of these textures and complex flavors, this is a savory and sweet salad that touches all the senses. It’s like a tribute to summer, and all of the great, fresh produce it brings us every year. Something to celebrate.
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