Danish Tomatoes
Brighten up your table with the simple elegance of *Danish Tomatoes*, a refreshing no-cook recipe that marries juicy, ripe tomatoes with the creamy richness of Danish-style cheese like Havarti or Danish Blue. This vibrant dish is elevated with a drizzle of a delicate herb dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, and a touch of honey, complemented by the fresh flavors of parsley and dill. Ready in just 15 minutes, it’s the perfect combination of light and indulgent, making it an ideal starter, side dish, or even a show-stopping addition to your summer spread. Serve as-is or pair with crusty bread to soak up every last drop of the tangy dressing. Perfect for those seeking an easy, fresh tomato recipe with Scandinavian flair!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 150 grams creamy Danish-style cheese (such as Havarti or Danish Blue)
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the tomatoes. Slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds and arrange them on a large serving plate, slightly overlapping the slices.
Crumble the Danish-style cheese over the tomato slices, distributing it evenly across the plate.
Finely chop the parsley and dill. Set a small pinch of each aside for garnish.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the herb dressing. Stir in the chopped parsley and dill.
Drizzle the herb dressing evenly over the tomatoes and cheese, ensuring all slices are lightly coated.
Sprinkle the reserved pinch of parsley and dill over the top for garnish.
Serve immediately as a refreshing starter or side dish. Pair with crusty bread if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1000 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.6 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 34.0 g | 170% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 150 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 2223 mg | 97% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 40.1 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.1 g | 32% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.7 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 841 mg | 65% | |
| Iron | 3.4 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1974 mg | 42% | |
*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.
