Kumatos is a brand name but the most common one that comes up if you are googling brown tomatoes. The first time I saw them I was intrigued. Thought it was a cross between a plum and a tomato – My friend used Kumatos in a salad the first time I tasted them and I loved the crisp sweetness of it raw and enjoyed them a lot more than the regular raw tomato.
Of Spanish origin, Kumatos are a cross of red & green tomatoes. They are from the Mediterranean region of Spain but are now being grown in many parts of Europe and Canada since people have come to taste them and realize how incredibly sweet they are. So it was a pleasure to make something with them for the first time after which I have gone on to experiment with other dishes which I will post soon, hopefully. 
This hors D’oeuvre is a simple & sophisticated dish and would be an amazing addition to either fine dining or a casual party. I used port wine along with other ingredients to be listed below to marinate the mozzarella. I know many people in my circle who are not crazy about raw tomatoes, but even they loved this preparation.
PrintKumatos Mozzarella Hors D’oeuvres Recipe
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 12-15 servings 1x
Description
Brown tomatoes and mozzarella marinated in port wine create a simple yet sophisticated hors d’oeuvre, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 6 Kumatos
- About 6 ounces of small fresh mozzarella
- 2 tbsp port wine
- 1 tbsp balsamic vinaigrette
- 1/2 tsp herbes de Provence
- 1 tsp freshly squeezed lime juice
- 1 tsp agave nectar
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Slice the Kumatos into 1/4 inch thick slices. This can be done just before serving to maintain freshness.
- Cut the mozzarella balls into wedges to match the size of the tomato slices.
- In a flat plate, mix together the port wine, balsamic vinaigrette, herbes de Provence, lime juice, agave nectar, and salt to create the marinade.
- Place the mozzarella wedges in the marinade and let them soak for at least 10 minutes, turning occasionally to ensure even coating.
- Arrange the tomato slices on a serving platter and top each slice with a piece of marinated mozzarella.
- Serve immediately as a sophisticated hors d’oeuvre.
Notes
Kumatos are sweeter than regular tomatoes, making them ideal for this dish. If Kumatos are unavailable, you can substitute with heirloom tomatoes. For a non-alcoholic version, replace port wine with grape juice. Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture. Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to a day, but note that the tomatoes may become soggy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 4
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 4
- Carbohydrates: 7
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 15
