Green Shortbread and Tomatoes in the Air Recipe

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, room temperature
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1 pint cherry tomatoes
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).
2. In a large mixing bowl, add flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well.
3. Add butter and vanilla extract to the bowl. Mix until the ingredients are well combined.
4. Add chopped basil and parsley, mix until the dough is evenly green in color.
5. Knead the dough for 1-2 minutes until it comes together into a ball.
6. Roll the dough into a 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface.
7. Cut the dough into desired shapes using a cookie cutter. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
8. Bake for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Allow shortbread to cool on a wire rack for 5 minutes.
9. In a separate bowl, toss cherry tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
10. Arrange the cherry tomatoes on a plate and place the green shortbread cookies on top of the tomatoes.
11. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Verdict:

This unique combination of savory and sweet will definitely surprise your taste buds! The shortbread has a buttery and crispy texture with the fresh herb flavors that give it a natural green color. The cherry tomatoes add a juicy and refreshing bite to the dish. Overall, this recipe is a refreshing and creative twist on a classic shortbread cookie.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve this dish as an appetizer or a light snack at a garden party or a spring gathering. Another serving suggestion is to crumble the green shortbread over a fresh salad for added texture and flavor.