Description
This Herby Burst Cherry Tomato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing side dish that comes together in just 10 minutes, perfect for complementing any summer meal.
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 the halved cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced shallot.
- Add the torn basil, chopped parsley, and thyme to the bowl.
- 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 mixture and gently toss to combine.
- If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese and toasted sesame seeds on top before serving.
Notes
Feel free to customize this salad by adding other veggies or herbs based on your preference. It pairs perfectly with grilled meats or as a refreshing starter.
- 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 salad, quick side dish, fresh ingredients