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Heirloom tomato salad

Recipe Information

Description:
Heirloom tomato salad is a delicious American recipe usually served as a appetizer. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 0 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 15 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 0 Minutes
Total Time 15 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Tomatoes
Category Fruit
Meal Lunch; Dinner; Snack
Type Appetizer; Main Dish; Side Dish
Subtype Salad
Cuisine American; Greek
Diet

Ingredients

  • 2 cups assorted heirloom cherry tomatoes, halved

  • 1/2 cup (2 ounces) crumbled reduced-fat feta cheese

  • 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil

  • 3 tablespoons fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped

  • 2 tablespoons fresh mint, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon drained capers, chopped

  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

  • 2 pounds assorted heirloom beefsteak tomatoes, each cut into 6 wedges

  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

  • Six 1/2-ounce slices sourdough bread, toasted or grilled

Directions

  • In large bowl, mix the cherry and beefsteak tomatoes, feta cheese, basil, parsley, mint, capers, and olive oil. Top the tomato mixture with salt and black pepper, and gently toss. Serve the tomato salad with sourdough bread.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 112 cal

  • Total fat: 4g

  • Saturated fat: 1g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 2g

  • Polyunsaturated fat: <1g

  • Cholesterol: 3mg

  • Sodium: 519mg

  • Carbohydrate: 15g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 6g

  • Calcium: 47mg

  • Iron: 2mg