Mixed Cherry Tomatoes with Spiced Dressing

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Mixed Cherry Tomatoes with Spiced Dressing

 

1/2 tsp. cumin seeds

1/2 tsp. fennel seeds

2 tbs. balsamic vinegar

2 tbs. hot water

1 to 2 tsps. mild honey

1 tbs. extra-virgin olive oil

1/4 tsp. salt

1/4 tsp. black pepper

3 cups any variety of tomatoes, halved

 

Toast cumin and fennel seeds, then coarsely crush

using a mortar and pestle or an electric coffee/spice

grinder. Whisk balsamic vinegar into hot water until

dissolved, then whisk in honey (to taste), oil, salt,

and pepper until blended. Add tomatoes and spices and

toss to coat. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour,

then season with salt.