Dairy-Free Fresh Tomato and Cheese Salad
Brighten up your table with this *Dairy-Free Fresh Tomato and Cheese Salad*, a vibrant and healthy twist on a classic favorite! Bursting with the juicy sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the tangy creaminess of dairy-free feta cheese, and the aromatic freshness of basil leaves, this salad is a delightful medley of flavors and textures. Thinly sliced red onion adds a subtle sharpness, while a simple yet elegant dressing of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar ties everything together perfectly. Ready in just 15 minutes and completely plant-based, this fresh tomato salad is ideal for those seeking a dairy-free, gluten-free, and vegan-friendly dish. Serve it as a refreshing appetizer, a side dish, or a stand-alone light meal, and let its Mediterranean-inspired flavors transport you straight to sunnier shores!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 150 grams dairy-free feta cheese
- 0.5 red onion
- 10 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly, then cut them into bite-sized wedges.
Thinly slice the red onion and set it aside.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces or leave them whole, as preferred.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomato wedges, sliced red onion, and basil leaves.
Carefully cube the dairy-free feta cheese and add it to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper to form a dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to combine all ingredients evenly.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve the salad immediately or let it chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to enhance the flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
898 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 78.1 g | 100% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.0 g | 105% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3194 mg | 139% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 35.0 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.6 g | ||
| Protein | 15.7 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 185 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1396 mg | 30% | |
*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.
