Cherry Tomato and Cheese Salad
Brighten up your table with this refreshing Cherry Tomato and Cheese Salad, a quick and delicious dish bursting with Mediterranean flavors! Sweet cherry tomatoes, creamy fresh mozzarella, and fragrant basil come together in perfect harmony, all drizzled with a tangy and slightly sweet balsamic-honey vinaigrette. Ready in just 10 minutes, this vibrant no-cook salad is a fantastic option for busy weeknights, potlucks, or summer gatherings. Perfect served on its own or as a side dish, it pairs beautifully with crusty bread, grilled chicken, or pasta. Whether you're looking for a healthy lunch idea or a flavorful appetizer, this cherry tomato salad is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Fresh mozzarella (ciliegine or diced)
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic (minced)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice each tomato in half and transfer them to a large salad bowl.
If using ciliegine mozzarella (small mozzarella balls), leave them whole, or dice regular fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces. Add the mozzarella to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Stack the basil leaves, roll them tightly into a cylinder, and slice them thinly into chiffonade strips. Sprinkle the basil over the tomatoes and mozzarella.
In a small mixing bowl or jar with a lid, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Whisk or shake well until the dressing is emulsified and smooth.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Enjoy as a light meal or pair with crusty bread, grilled chicken, or pasta for a complete dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1050 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 85.0 g | 109% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.5 g | 158% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 127 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1924 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.0 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 45.5 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 904 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 950 mg | 20% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
