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    Tomberry Tomato Salad with Pomegranate

    Published: Jul 27, 2021 by The Devil Wears Salad

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    Good things come in small packages. Well, in this instance, teeny tiny pops of joy. This salad showcases the ever so delicious Tomberry tomatoes mixed through with sweet pomegranate and sharp rocket leaves. A 10-minute recipe you’ll be making over and over again!

    Tomberry Salad with Pomegranate served with bread and decorated with purple hydrangeas this recipe
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    • Why You’ll Love This Tomberry Tomato Salad
    • What is a Tomberry Tomato?
    • Where to Buy Tomberry Tomatoes?
    • Recipe Overview
    • Ingredients
    • Variations and Substitutions
    • Instructions
    • Great Mains for This Salad
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Recipe

    Why You’ll Love This Tomberry Tomato Salad

    Throw everything into a mixing bowl. Pour in the dressing and serve in 10 minutes. Need I say more? Love no cook salad recipes.

    Apart from the fact that these new kids on the block are a game changer, we have fallen completely in love with Tomberries. They are the world’s smallest tomatoes. Sweet and juicy, they simply pop in your mouth.

    This is also a highly versatile salad that can be eaten with anything you’re cooking. Particularly good for those warm summer days and accompanying heavy meats such as duck, lamb or beef.

    What is a Tomberry Tomato?

    Tomberry is the trademarked name for a super small cultivar of tomato. It was developed by a company called Eminent Seeds in the Netherlands. They are called pearl tomatoes and are only about 0.5 to 1 cm in diameter and weigh in at about 1 to 2 grams each.

    They do taste like regular tomatoes and are just as sweet and juicy. What everyone loves about a Tomberry is its size. No cutting required when preparing them for recipes.

    They are just as vibrant in colour as a regular tomato. They are great for using as a garnish, topping for very small hors d’oeuvres or, in our case, for salads.

    When I first saw these at the markets, I was instantly drawn to them. I bought a couple of punnets, and they didn’t even make it home as we devoured them in the car.

    When I first served them up at a dinner party with some friends, everyone was fascinated by them and thoroughly enjoyed them. Try popping a few of these in your mouth at one go. Really fun and delicious.

    Red and orange Tomberry tomatoes on a grey side plate

    Where to Buy Tomberry Tomatoes?

    As mentioned above, I found the Tomberry tomatoes at the food market. Out of 6 grocers at the market, only one sold them, and needless to say, that particular store was making a killing. They were piled up so high as they were flying out the door.

    A week later, I found it at our go-to grocer, Signorelli Balwyn, and I was thrilled. No, I didn’t have to go hunting them down. They had plenty in stock too. Having experimented with the first batch with my guinea pig friends, I knew I had a salad in the making.

    I have no doubt they will start to make it into mainstream supermarkets soon. Not sure I can look at tomatoes the same way again. The Tomberry is the way to go!

    You can use them for so many of our different salads such as Vegan Cherry Tomato Salad with Peach Chutney Dressing, Quick Tomato Salad with Burrata or Salad Niçoise.

    Recipe Overview

    Flavour/Texture: Sweet, juicy, tart, crunchy and peppery. All these flavours and textures mix so well together, creating mouthfuls of joy! The Tomberries do a great job of popping in your mouth as you bite into them. They are so fresh, sweet and juicy.

    Ease: Crazy easy. Super Easy. Just chuck everything in a bowl and mix. No chopping. No cooking.

    Time: 10 minutes. How good is that? Perfect for those occasions when you simply don’t have the time to create anything too fancy!

    Ingredients

    Here are the ingredients you will need to make Tomberry Tomato Salad with Pomegranate:

    Individually labelled ingredients for Tomberry Salad with Pomegranate

    Tomberry tomatoes: How much do I love this Dutch cultivar of the smallest tomatoes? They may not be so easy to find to be fair, as they start to make their way slowly across the food world. I found these both at the farmers’ markets and a couple of the specialty grocers.

    Rocket leaves: We call arugula rockets leaves down under! Love this peppery leaf, and it never really gets old. When you combine the rocket leaves’ sharp anise-like flavours with something tart and sweet, it’s such a delicious combination.

    If rocket is not your cup of tea, however, you can substitute with leaves that have less or no bite, such as baby spinach or mesclun.

    Pomegranate: Tomatoes and pomegranate are like a match made in heaven. Those crunchy, sweet and tart arils are so good.

    Don’t know how to de-seed a pomegranate? Cut the fruit in half crossways. Place one half, seeds side down on the palm of your hand.

    Keep your fingers slightly apart so the arils can fall through to the bowl. Using a wooden spoon, whack the back of the pomegranate half to loosen the arils.

    Best to do this over a bowl in the sink. They do tend to get a little messy.

    Micro herb: Whether you grow them yourself, get some in a pot from the grocer or in a small packet at the market, any micro herb will do well in this salad. Something with a little colour would significantly enhance the vibrancy of the recipe.

    For this recipe, I managed to find some micro red shiso. Those gorgeous purple hues, jagged edges and strong flavours that include anise tastes with a cross of grassy and cinnamon are simply fantastic!

    Micro red shiso leaves

    Honey: I love using interesting honey procured from farmers’ markets or on a trip away to small towns specialising in honey. It just gives that extra depth of flavour.

    Allspice: An easy spice to find in the spice section of your supermarket. This pungent and aromatic spice will add a little warmth to the salad dressing. You don’t need much for it to make a difference.

    Variations and Substitutions

    Tomberry tomato substitute: If Tomberries is not available, get a medley of cherry tomatoes of different colours and varieties. Cut into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Cut some lengthways and some crossways for a bit of aesthetic difference.

    MYO allspice: If you can’t procure allspice, you can always make your own. Equal parts cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. A great way to use up all those spices sitting in your pantry.

    Micro herb replacement: If micro herbs are not available, use snow pea sprouts or any herbs you fancy. Try oregano, parsley, coriander or tarragon.

    Instructions

    Step by step instructions for how to make Tomberry Tomato Salad with Pomegranate:

    How to Make the Salad

    Wash and pat dry the Tomberry tomatoes and rocket leaves.

    Tomberry tomatoes

    Deseed the pomegranate.

    Pick the leaves or cut off from the stem the micro herbs to yield 2 tbsp.

    How to Make Sweet Allspice Vinaigrette

    Mix all the ingredients together and shake or whisk until well combined.

    How to Assemble the Salad

    Place all the salad ingredients in a mixing bowl and pour dressing in. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

    Collage of 2 photos for how to make Tomberry Salad with Pomegranate

    Gently toss until well combined. Place onto a serving platter.

    Add some extra micro herbs on top as garnish.

    2 hands plating up Tomberry Salad with Pomegranate | on a black plate

    Serve.

    Great Mains for This Salad

    This no cook Tomberry Salad is so easy to whip up. All you need now is a delicious main recipe.

    Instant Pot ribs is cooked in sweet and smoky BBQ sauce while this Blackened chicken is an easy spicy Cajun dish that would pair well with the Tomberry tomatoes.

    For a great fish recipe, this Spinach stuffed salmon is cheesy and creamy, perfect for a mid week meal or for when you have some friends come over.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How to store Tomberry pearl tomatoes?

    Store them as you would regular tomatoes. Best kept out of the fridge so that the flavour and quality of the tomato last longer.

    While it has been mentioned that they can last for about 7-10 days, you will notice a change in the firmness of the tomato and the skin starting to wrinkle a little after 4 days. Best to be eaten within the first 3 days of purchasing.

    What are red shiso leaves?

    Red shiso leaves now also come in the form of a micro herb. They are usually sold as a potted version. The leaves are delicate, with a red hue overlapping into the green leaf.

    Shiso is a Japanese herb and is part of the mint family. Red shiso has a truly unique and complex set of flavours ranging from being a little astringent, bitter, clove, cinnamon and mint.

    Its wide range of taste combined with how gorgeous it looks makes it a good candidate for salads, not only as a garnish but also as a flavour enhancer.

    What is allspice also known as?

    Allspice is known by many names such as pimenta, pimento, Jamaica pepper or myrtle pepper. They originated from Mexico and Central America, hence the etymology of their names.


    Don’t let the 10-minute recipe time fool you into thinking this is nothing but a boring looking tomato salad.

    These Tomberry pearl tomatoes are simply gorgeous and, when paired with the right ingredients, are fantastic to look at. The world’s smallest tomato is going to make you the star at dinner!

    That’s all!

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    Tomberry Salad with Pomegranate served with bread and decorated with purple hydrangeas
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    Tomberry Salad with Pomegranate

    Good things come in small packages. Well, in this instance, teeny tiny pops of joy. This salad showcases the ever so delicious Tomberries mixed through with sweet pomegranate and sharp rocket leaves. A 10-minute recipe you’ll be making over and over again!
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Salad
    Cuisine: International
    Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Vegetarian
    Dietary: Dairy Free, Egg Free, Gluten Free, Nut Free, Vegetarian
    Servings: 4 people
    Calories: 114kcal
    Author: Amy Chung

    Ingredients

    Salad

    • 3 punnets Tomberry tomato, (375g)
    • 60 g rocket leaves, (arugula)
    • 1 pomegranate
    • 2 tbsp micro herb, red shiso leaves
    • salt, to taste
    • pepper, to taste

    Salad Dressing

    • 3 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
    • 1 tbsp honey
    • ¼ tsp allspice

    Click on the toggle below for conversion to US Cooking Units.

    Instructions

    Salad

    • Wash and pat dry the Tomberry tomatoes and rocket leaves (arugula).
    • De-seed the pomegranate.
    • Pick the leaves or cut off from the stem the micro herbs to yield 2 tbsp.

    Salad Dressing

    • Mix all the ingredients together and shake or whisk until well combined.

    Assembly

    • Place all the salad ingredients in a mixing bowl and pour dressing in. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
    • Gently toss until well combined. Place onto a serving platter.
    • Add some extra micro herbs on top as garnish.
    • Serve.

    Notes

    • If Tomberry tomatoes is not available, get a medley of cherry tomatoes of different colours and varieties. Cut into halves or quarters, depending on their size. Cut some lengthways and some crossways for a bit of aesthetic difference.
    • If you can’t procure allspice you can always make your own. Equal parts cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves. A great way to use up all those spices sitting in your pantry.
    • If micro herbs are not available, use snow pea sprouts or any herbs you fancy. Try oregano, parsley, coriander or tarragon.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 114kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 65mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 365IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

    *Disclaimer: Nutritional information provided is an estimate only and generated by an online calculator.

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    1. Mama Maggie's Kitchen

      August 01, 2021 at 7:21 pm

      5 stars
      This looks insanely, incredibly good. Yummy!

      Reply
      • The Devil Wears Salad

        August 09, 2021 at 10:10 am

        Hahah! Thank you! It’s easy and delicious.

        Reply
    2. Erin Gierhart

      July 31, 2021 at 7:24 am

      5 stars
      This was my first time trying Tomberry Tomatoes! They are such a fun fruit, and are delicious in this salad!

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      • The Devil Wears Salad

        August 09, 2021 at 10:09 am

        They sure are! Love how easy they are to add to a salad.

        Reply

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