A vibrant and easy-to-make salad that perfectly balances the sweetness and acidity of fresh tomatoes with the salty tang of feta cheese and aromatic herbs.
Fresh Tomato & Feta Salad
A vibrant and easy-to-make salad that perfectly balances the sweetness and acidity of fresh tomatoes with the salty tang of feta cheese and aromatic herbs.
Ingredients
- 4 cups mixed ripe tomatoes chopped or halved
- 4 ounces feta cheese crumbled
- 0.5 cup fresh basil chopped
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley chopped
- 0.25 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar or honey
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.125 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
Instructions
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, sugar (or honey), salt, and black pepper until well combined. This is your sweet-and-tangy homemade dressing.
- In a large serving bowl, combine the chopped or halved tomatoes, crumbled feta cheese, and chopped fresh basil and parsley.
- Pour the prepared dressing over the tomato and feta mixture.
- Gently toss all the ingredients together until the tomatoes, feta, and herbs are evenly coated with the dressing.
- Serve immediately as a refreshing side dish or a light main course. Enjoy!
Notes
For an extra tangy kick, consider adding a small amount of crumbled blue cheese. This salad is best served immediately, but leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day. Use a mix of heirloom tomatoes for varied color and flavor.
