In the realm of culinary delights, there exists a dish that embodies the essence of vibrant flavors, textures, and aromas: Tomato Basil Feta Salad. As you embark on a culinary adventure to create this refreshing and flavorful delicacy, let's delve into the secrets of selecting the ripest tomatoes, fragrant basil, and tangy feta cheese, all harmoniously blended together in a symphony of tastes. Discover the techniques for crafting a perfectly balanced dressing to enhance the natural flavors of these ingredients and explore the diverse options for incorporating additional elements that can elevate this salad to new heights of culinary artistry. Whether you prefer a classic rendition or seek inspiration for exciting variations, this guide will equip you with the knowledge and techniques to create a tomato basil feta salad that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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TOMATO, BASIL, AND FETA SALAD
Fresh tomatoes combine with cucumber, fresh basil, and feta for a simple and refreshing salad full of flavor!
Provided by VANCGIRL2
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 15m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and feta cheese. Season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Carbohydrate 7.4 g, Cholesterol 6.3 mg, Fat 11.9 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 88.6 mg, Sugar 4.8 g
FETA, TOMATO, BASIL AND OLIVE SALAD
A very quick and simple salad I threw together when I couldn't find any greens in the fridge. It turned out delicious. In truth, amounts are guesstimates, dependent on what you have in your fridge!
Provided by Luschka
Categories Vegetable
Time 25m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cube the Feta.
- Quarter the cherry tomatoes.
- Slice the olives.
- Chop the basil.
- Mix in a mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle with olive oil.
- salt and pepper to taste.
- If possible, let it stand for 15 minutes to an hour or so before serving, but its great either way!
GRILLED EGGPLANT, GRAPE TOMATO, AND FETA SALAD WITH AMAZING BASIL, PARSLEY, AND CAPER SAUCE
Steps:
- Preheat the grill to medium-high. (You can only hold your hand there for a few seconds at that heat.) Wash the eggplants if needed and cut off both ends. Cut the eggplants lengthwise, brush both sides with olive oil, and season the cut side with salt and pepper Lay eggplants on the grill cut side down, and cook until you see nice grill marks (about 5-7 minutes.) Turn eggplants and cook about 5 minutes more on the other side, or until eggplant is softened and nicely browned. Remove eggplant to a cutting board to cool. Make the amazing sauce while the eggplants cool. If needed, wash and spin dry the basil and parsley leaves. Slice the garlic cloves, then use a food processor fitted with a steel blade to chop the basil, parsley, and garlic. Add the Dijon, capers, and lemon juice and process until ingredients are well blended; then add the olive oil and process about 30 seconds more. Cut grape tomatoes in half. When eggplant is cool enough to handle, cut it into slices about 1 inch thick. Gently combine the eggplant and tomato halves in a bowl and stir in enough sauce to coat the ingredients (about 1/4 cup). Stir in the crumbled Feta and serve salad warm or at room temperature. Even though tomatoes are best when they haven't been refrigerated, this was not bad after it had been the fridge overnight. It didn't last much longer than that though.
TOMATO BASIL & FETA SALAD
This is a simple salad that requires no salad dressing. I brought this to a dinner party and every one loved it. This has become my new favorite salad and it is so easy to make, and strays away from the traditional green salad.
Provided by Casie
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Add all ingredients in a medium serving bowl and toss.
TOMATO BASIL CUCUMBER SALAD WITH FETA CHEESE
here is a great salad to have as is or to serve with any meal
Provided by Patsy Fowler
Categories Other Salads
Time 45m
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- 1. bring a large pot of water to a boil (about 4 quarts). add rice and boil for 30-40 minutes, or until rice is tender. drain and rinse rice under cold water.
- 2. in a large bowl add cooked rice, cucumber, tomatoes, feta, basil and parsley, set aside.
- 3. in a small mixing bowl add the juice of the lemon (discarding any seeds)vinegar, salt and pepper. slowly pour in the olive oil while whisking to make the dressing.
- 4. pour dressing mixture over rice bowl and combine. serve immediately or chill in the refrigerator until ready to use.
TOMATO BASIL AND FETA SALAD
Steps:
- In a large bowl, toss together tomatoes, cucumber, green onions, basil olive oil , vinegar, and cheese. Season with salt and pepper
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This will ensure that your salad has the best possible flavor. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and have no blemishes.
- Use fresh basil. Fresh basil has a much more intense flavor than dried basil. If you can't find fresh basil, you can substitute 1/4 teaspoon of dried basil for every tablespoon of fresh basil.
- Don't overcrowd the salad. When you're assembling the salad, make sure to leave some space between the ingredients so that they can all be evenly coated with the dressing.
- Let the salad marinate for at least 30 minutes before serving. This will allow the flavors to meld together and develop.
- Serve the salad chilled. This will help to keep the tomatoes and basil crisp.
Conclusion:
This tomato basil feta salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own personal preferences. So next time you're looking for a healthy and delicious salad, give this one a try.
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