Whole30 Fresh Tomato and Cheese Salad
Bright, flavorful, and entirely Whole30 compliant, this Fresh Tomato and "Cheese" Salad is a delightful twist on the classic caprese. Featuring ripe, juicy tomatoes, a creamy dairy-free cheese alternative, and aromatic fresh basil, this salad is elevated with a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and minced garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s an easy, healthy side dish or appetizer that bursts with summer flavors. Perfect for Whole30 enthusiasts or anyone seeking a refreshing, low-carb, and dairy-free salad, this recipe is a must-try for your next gathering or weeknight meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 cup Whole30 compliant cheese alternative
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 small garlic clove
Instructions
Begin by washing and drying the tomatoes and basil leaves thoroughly.
Slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick slices and arrange them on a large serving platter.
Finely mince the small garlic clove and set aside.
Dice the Whole30 compliant cheese alternative into small bite-sized pieces and scatter them evenly among the tomato slices.
Tear the fresh basil leaves by hand into smaller pieces and sprinkle over the tomatoes and cheese.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the arranged tomatoes, cheese, and basil.
Allow the salad to sit for about 5 minutes to enhance the flavors before serving.
Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1036 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 88.9 g | 114% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.7 g | 148% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2474 mg | 108% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.1 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.5 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.2 g | ||
| Protein | 22.2 g | 44% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 3.1 mg | 17% | |
| Potassium | 1338 mg | 28% | |
*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.
