Tomato Gorgonzola Salad Appetizer
Elevate your appetizer game with this vibrant Tomato Gorgonzola Salad Appetizer—a quick, no-cook dish bursting with fresh and bold flavors. Sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes are perfectly balanced by creamy, tangy Gorgonzola cheese, while fragrant basil adds a touch of herbal freshness. A drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil and rich balsamic glaze brings everything together, complemented by a sprinkle of toasted pine nuts for a satisfying crunch. Ready in just 10 minutes, this effortless salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious, making it an ideal starter for dinner parties or light summer fare. Garnish with optional microgreens for an extra layer of sophistication and serve chilled or at room temperature for the best flavor experience.
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 cup Gorgonzola cheese
- 1 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic glaze
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Toasted pine nuts
- 1 cup Mixed microgreens (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half. Set aside in a large mixing bowl.
Crumble the Gorgonzola cheese into small chunks and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves, leaving a few whole for garnish, and add the chopped basil to the bowl.
Drizzle the olive oil over the tomatoes, Gorgonzola, and basil. Mix gently to coat the ingredients evenly.
Add the balsamic glaze, salt, and black pepper. Toss the salad lightly, being careful not to break apart the tomatoes or cheese too much.
Sprinkle the toasted pine nuts over the salad. Add the mixed microgreens if using.
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or small appetizer plates. Garnish with the reserved whole basil leaves.
Serve immediately or chill briefly (up to 15 minutes) if preferred. Enjoy your Tomato Gorgonzola Salad Appetizer!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1145 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 92.0 g | 118% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.9 g | 150% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 109 mg | 36% | |
| Sodium | 2941 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 49.2 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.8 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 872 mg | 67% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 1548 mg | 33% | |
*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.
