Roasted Tomato Salad
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Roasted Tomato Salad
Description
The salad features two types of tomatoes, some roasted with olive oil, maple syrup, and salt until they caramelize, and others fresh and crisp, providing a mix of softened sweetness and bright acidity. Diced cucumber adds refreshing crunch, while red onion lends a sharp bite. Crumbled feta cheese introduces a creamy and salty dimension.
The dressing of white balsamic vinegar and fresh basil unifies the ingredients with brightness and herbaceous aroma. The combination results in a layered salad that can accompany grilled meats or serve as a flavorful side on its own.
For a dairy-free version, omit feta or substitute it with a vegan alternative. The recipe was inspired and adapted from a known culinary source but maintains a focus on balancing roasted and fresh flavors.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs tomato halved (about 6 cups chopped tomatoes
- 2 lbs cherry tomato halved (about 6 cups chopped tomatoes
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 1 Tablespoon maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon salt sea salt
- 3/4 cup cucumber diced
- 1/2 cup feta cheese cut or crumbled into small chunks
- 1/4 cup red onion chopped
- 2 Tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1 Tablespoon basil finely chopped, fresh
- salt to taste, sea salt
- black pepper to taste, sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and adjust one of your oven racks to the top third of the oven.
- Cut tomatoes in half and place 1 pound in a bowl, set aside.
- Gently toss the other pound of tomatoes in a bowl with the olive oil, maple syrup, and salt. Arrange them in a single layer, cut side up, on a rimmed baking sheet.
- Bake until the tomatoes shrink and start to caramelize around the edges, about 45 minutes. Set tomatoes aside to cool for 30 minutes.
- Gently toss roasted tomatoes, fresh tomatoes, cucumber, feta cheese, onion, vinegar and basil in large bowl. Sprinkle with sea salt and ground pepper to taste.
Notes
- Feta cheese adds creaminess and saltiness, but can be omitted or replaced with a dairy-free alternative for a vegan salad.
- Roasting tomatoes enhances their sweetness and brings out caramelized flavors, providing contrast with fresh tomatoes.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 264 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/4 of recipe | |
| Calories | 264kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 17g | 6% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11g | 65% |
| Cholesterol | 16mg | 5% |
| Sodium | 525mg | 22% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 11g | 22% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
4
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