1 Slice a ripe heirloom tomato into thick rounds and sprinkle each slice with a pinch of salt to bring out the natural flavor.
Assemble
3 Top each slice with one of the following combos:
4 Flight 1: Basil pesto + cottage cheese (or ricotta) + a drizzle of hot pepper oil
5 Flight 2: Coppa or prosciutto + crushed pistachios or walnuts + a drizzle of hot honey
6 Flight 3: A generous scoop of egg salad (try my baked feta egg salad recipe!)
Serve
8 Arrange the topped slices on a platter and serve immediately for the freshest flavor. Optional: garnish with fresh herbs or microgreens for extra flair!