Tomato Basil Salad
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4.4
Tomato Basil Salad
Description
This Tomato Basil Salad uses ripe cherry tomatoes cut in half to release their sweet, juicy interior. Thinly sliced shallots add a mild onion bite, while bocconcini contributes a soft, mild creaminess. Fresh basil leaves are finely sliced into chiffonade, layering fresh herbaceous aroma and flavor throughout the salad.
The dressing is a simple emulsification of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, seasoned with salt and pepper to taste. Tossed together, the ingredients coat evenly and maintain their individual textures—juicy tomatoes, tender cheese, and crisp shallots—with the chopped basil added both mixed in and sprinkled on top for brightness.
This salad can be served as a refreshing side dish in warmer weather or alongside grilled meats or pasta. It maintains quality for a few days refrigerated in an airtight container, with flavors melding over time but monitoring moisture from the tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 3 cups cherry tomato halved
- ⅓ cup shallot sliced thin
- 1 cup bocconcini
- 20 basil chopped chiffonade, leaves
- ¼ cup olive oil extra virgin
- 3 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- ½ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
Instructions
- Add the tomatoes, shallots, bocconcini, and half the basil too a large serving bowl. Whisk the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a separate small bowl.
- Pour the dressing into into the serving bowl. Toss everything well to coat in the dressing. Sprinkle the remaining basil over the salad and serve.
Notes
- To chiffonade basil, stack leaves, roll tightly, then slice thinly to release flavor without bruising.
- This salad keeps well refrigerated in an airtight container for 2 to 3 days, letting flavors meld.
- Drain any excess liquid that may collect in storage to prevent the salad from becoming watery.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 228 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1serving | |
| Calories | 228kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 10g | 3% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 326mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 323mg | 7% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 652IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 27mg | 30% |
| Calcium | 116mg | 12% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.4
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