Description
Herby Burst Cherry Tomato Salad is a refreshing side dish that combines the sweetness of cherry tomatoes with fresh herbs, providing a burst of flavor in just 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes halved or quartered if extra large
- 1 small shallot thinly sliced into half-moons
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn into small pieces
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves or 1 tsp dried thyme if fresh is unavailable
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 tsp lemon zest plus 1 tsp fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 tsp flaky sea salt plus more to taste
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper plus more to taste
- 1 oz crumbled feta cheese optional for serving
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds optional for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes and sliced shallot.
- Add torn basil, chopped parsley, and thyme to the tomato mixture.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon zest, lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the tomato salad and toss gently to coat.
- If desired, sprinkle with crumbled feta cheese and toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
For a spicier kick, consider adding a pinch of red pepper flakes. This salad is best served fresh but can be refrigerated for a few hours.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad, Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 155 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 260 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 2.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
Keywords: Herby Burst Cherry Tomato Salad, Summer Side Dish, Quick Tomato Salad, Fresh Salad Recipe