Tomato and Herbed Ricotta Salata Salad
Bursting with summer flavors, this Tomato and Herbed Ricotta Salata Salad combines sweet, juicy heirloom tomatoes with the salty, tangy bite of ricotta salata, all brought together by a fragrant dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, and minced garlic. Fresh basil and parsley add a vibrant herbal note, while the simple preparation allows the fresh, high-quality ingredients to truly shine. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this elegant yet effortless dish is perfect as a light appetizer, a stunning side dish, or a refreshing pairing with crusty bread. Ideal for al fresco dining, this salad celebrates seasonal produce with its colorful presentation and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Heirloom tomatoes
- 200 grams Ricotta salata
- 10 Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 Garlic clove, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the heirloom tomatoes. Cut them into thick slices or wedges based on your preference. Place the tomato slices onto a serving plate or shallow bowl.
Using a vegetable peeler or sharp knife, shave or crumble the ricotta salata into small pieces. Distribute the ricotta salata evenly over the tomatoes.
Chop the fresh basil leaves into thin strips (chiffonade style) and finely chop the parsley. Sprinkle both herbs over the salad.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Drizzle the dressing over the tomatoes and ricotta salata. Be sure to coat the ingredients evenly for optimal flavor.
Let the salad sit for about 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Serve immediately as a side dish or with crusty bread for a light meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1025 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 76.1 g | 98% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.0 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 100 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 2406 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 45.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.3 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 42.1 g | 84% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1700 mg | 131% | |
| Iron | 18.3 mg | 102% | |
| Potassium | 2845 mg | 61% | |
*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.
