Tomato Goat Cheese and Black Olive Salad
Bursting with vibrant flavors and Mediterranean charm, this Tomato Goat Cheese and Black Olive Salad is a quick and easy recipe perfect for warm days or elegant dinner spreads. Sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes combine with creamy goat cheese, briny black olives, and fragrant fresh basil for a harmony of textures and tastes. Tossed with a light yet tangy dressing of extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, this no-cook salad comes together in just 15 minutes, making it an ideal choice for a refreshing side dish or light meal. Serve it as a colorful centerpiece at a summer gathering or as a tantalizing accompaniment to grilled meats or crusty bread. Packed with wholesome ingredients and simple preparation, this Mediterranean-inspired salad is as nutritious as it is delicious!
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Ingredients
- 300 grams cherry tomatoes
- 150 grams goat cheese
- 100 grams black olives
- 10 grams fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and slice them in half. Place them in a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Slice the black olives into rings or halves, depending on your preference, and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Step 3
Crumble the goat cheese into small chunks and gently fold it into the tomato and olive mixture.
Step 4
Rinse the fresh basil leaves and pat them dry. Tear the leaves into small pieces by hand and add them to the salad.
Step 5
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper to make the dressing.
Step 6
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss everything together until well combined.
Step 7
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates and garnish with a few extra basil leaves, if desired.
Step 8
Serve immediately and enjoy this fresh and flavorful tomato goat cheese and black olive salad!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (624.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1101.6 |
| Total Fat 99.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 40.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.6g | |
| Cholesterol 117.9mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2616.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 21.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 5.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.8g | |
| Protein 36.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 364.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 11.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 871.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories