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Cherry Tomato Salad
5 from 15 votes

Cherry Tomato Salad

Cherry Tomato Salad features halved cherry tomatoes and chopped green onions tossed in a dressing made from extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and fresh orange zest. The salad has a bright, fresh taste with a balance of tangy and sweet notes enhanced by the citrus zest. Letting the salad rest allows the flavors to meld, making it a refreshing side dish.

Prep Time
10 mins
Additional Time
10 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 79 kcal
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cherry tomato halved; can sub chopped tomatoes
  • ¼ cup green onions chopped; green parts only
Dressing:
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 1 tablespoon orange zest from 1 orange
  • ¼ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

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  1. Combine the tomatoes and the green onions in a medium bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, orange zest, salt, and pepper until they emulsify into a thick, velvety dressing. If the dressing seems too thick, mix in a teaspoon of water.
  3. Pour the dressing on top of the vegetables and mix to combine. Taste and decide if you'd like to add more salt.
  4. Let the salad rest for 10 minutes at room temperature before serving. This step is not mandatory but helps the flavors meld and improves the salad's flavor.

Notes

  • Use kitchen scissors to slice scallions easily and evenly.
  • Slice cherry tomatoes before adding to the salad to prevent them from sliding off forks.
  • Do not omit the orange zest; it adds important freshness to the dressing.
  • Use Dijon mustard instead of yellow mustard for better flavor and emulsification.
  • Resting the salad for 10 minutes enhances flavor blending but is optional.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days; remix before serving.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.25recipe Calories 79kcal (4%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 0.7g (1%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 178mg (7%) Fiber 1g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 79

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.25recipe
Calories 79kcal 4%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 0.7g 1%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 178mg 7%
Fiber 1g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.