Heirloom Tomato Salad with Nectarines, Avocado and Arugula

With farmer’s markets overflowing with the most wonderful summer produce, what better way to embrace this seasonal bounty than a salad that combines fresh heirloom tomatoes, peppery arugula, white nectarines and sliced avocado. A bright, simple vinaigrette of Grove Provisions extra virgin olive oil and Coastal Kick white vinegar brings out the fresh flavors. A generous sprinkle of our Flake Sea Salt tops it off! (Adapted from Sunset Magazine)

Serves 4

6 oz. fresh arugula – feel free to use less or more depending on your taste

2-3 large heirloom tomatoes, sliced. Try to combine different varieties for color and taste

2-3 firm but ripe white nectarines, wedge cut leaving on the skin

1 large (or 2 small) just ripe avocados, sliced

2 tbsp. Extra Virgin Olive Oil – either the 100% Arbequina, or for a little more robust taste, The Meld

2 tbsp. Coastal Kick white vinegar

Freshly ground pepper and salt

GP Flake Sea Salt to finish

Assemble the salad on a nice platter, not a bowl. Wisk together the oil and vinegar. Place the sliced tomatoes on the platter and drizzle with about half of the vinaigrette and sprinkle on a pinch of regular salt. Place half the arugula on top of the tomatoes, then add the nectarine and avocado slices. Add the balance of the arugula and gently toss ingredients with the balance of the vinaigrette. Finish to taste with our Flake Sea Salt and a few turns of the pepper grinder.