Easy Cherry Tomato and Feta Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean vibes, this Easy Cherry Tomato and Feta Salad is the perfect quick dish for any occasion! Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, creamy crumbled feta cheese, and fragrant fresh basil, this recipe comes together in just 10 minutes with a handful of simple ingredients. Tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, this salad offers a perfect balance of flavors and textures. Optional thinly sliced red onion adds a touch of sharpness for extra depth. Whether you're serving it as a light appetizer, a vibrant side dish, or a refreshing summer lunch, this no-cook recipe is as versatile as it is delicious. Perfect for showcasing seasonal produce, it's a must-try for fans of easy, healthy salads!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 150 grams Feta cheese
- 10 grams Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 medium Red onion (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and cut them in half. Add the halved tomatoes to a large salad bowl.
If using red onion, peel and thinly slice half of a medium-sized onion and add it to the bowl.
Crumble the feta cheese into small, bite-sized pieces and add them on top of the cherry tomatoes.
Wash the fresh basil leaves, pat them dry, and tear them into smaller pieces. Add the basil to the salad bowl.
In a small mixing bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the vinaigrette.
Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and gently toss everything together until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve immediately or chill for 10-15 minutes before serving for enhanced flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
221 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.1 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 34 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 674 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.0 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.0 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 365 mg | 8% | |
*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.
