Tomato and Feta Cheese Salad
Bright, bold, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Tomato and Feta Cheese Salad is a quick and refreshing dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, tangy crumbled feta cheese, and thinly sliced red onion, this salad is elevated with a drizzle of zesty lemon and extra-virgin olive oil dressing. Fresh parsley and basil add a fragrant herbal touch, while a hint of salt and pepper brings out the natural flavors. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this vibrant salad is an ideal side dish or light meal that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, crusty bread, or your favorite summer dishes. Healthy, simple, and irresistibly delicious, it’s a true crowd-pleaser for your next gathering or weeknight table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 150 grams feta cheese
- 1 small red onion
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the tomatoes. Slice them into wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings. Add the onion slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Crumble the feta cheese into small chunks and add it to the salad bowl.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and basil. Add the herbs to the salad bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything gently to combine, ensuring the tomatoes and cheese are well-coated.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
940 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.5 g | 96% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.6 g | 128% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 4117 mg | 179% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.9 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.3 g | 40% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.1 g | ||
| Protein | 29.6 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 859 mg | 66% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2083 mg | 44% | |
*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.
