Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese and Basil

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
6%
Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese and Basil
65 min.
6
112kcal

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If you're searching for a refreshing and vibrant dish that captures the essence of summer, look no further than this delightful Tomato Salad with Goat Cheese and Basil. This recipe is a perfect celebration of fresh ingredients, simplicity, and the delightful flavors of heirloom tomatoes. Whether served as a side dish, antipasti, or a light starter, this salad promises to please both the palate and the eye.

Imagine succulent, ripe tomatoes, bursting with flavor, paired with the creamy, tangy goodness of goat cheese. The addition of fresh basil invokes an aromatic experience that elevates the dish to a whole new level. Drizzled with rich extra-virgin olive oil and a hint of white wine vinegar, the salad perfectly blends sweetness and acidity, creating a symphony of tastes that dance on your tongue.

This recipe is not just pleasing to the taste buds, but it also caters to various dietary preferences. Being vegetarian and gluten-free, it’s an excellent choice for gatherings with diverse guests. Plus, it’s quick to prepare—spend just a few minutes combining fresh ingredients, and let them sit to marry those incredible flavors. After an hour, you’ll have a stunning salad that looks as good as it tastes, topped with fresh basil leaves and crumbled goat cheese. Indulge in the essence of fresh produce with this exquisite Tomato Salad!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup basil leaves 
  • 0.3 teaspoon pepper black freshly ground
  • tablespoons basil fresh chopped
  •  garlic clove minced
  • 0.3 cup goat cheese crumbled
  • medium heirloom tomatoes cored cut into 1/2-inch-thick wedges ( 2 pounds)
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt 
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • 1.5 tablespoons citrus champagne vinegar 

Equipment

  • bowl
  • whisk

Directions

  1. Combine first 5 ingredients in a large bowl, stirring with a whisk.
  2. Add chopped basil and tomato wedges; toss to coat. Cover and let stand for 1 hour, tossing occasionally. Top with basil leaves and goat cheese.

Nutrition Facts

Calories112kcal
Protein10.99%
Fat76.95%
Carbs12.06%

Properties

Glycemic Index
40
Glycemic Load
0.91
Inflammation Score
-6
Nutrition Score
5.4252173641454%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.56mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.08mg
Myricetin
0.11mg
Quercetin
0.48mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:112.06kcal
5.6%
Fat:9.84g
15.14%
Saturated Fat:2.83g
17.68%
Carbohydrates:3.47g
1.16%
Net Carbohydrates:2.42g
0.88%
Sugar:2.28g
2.53%
Cholesterol:5.8mg
1.93%
Sodium:244.92mg
10.65%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.16g
6.32%
Vitamin K:19.36µg
18.44%
Vitamin A:919.33IU
18.39%
Vitamin C:11.77mg
14.27%
Vitamin E:1.49mg
9.94%
Copper:0.15mg
7.58%
Manganese:0.15mg
7.51%
Potassium:208.2mg
5.95%
Phosphorus:54.28mg
5.43%
Vitamin B6:0.11mg
5.33%
Fiber:1.05g
4.19%
Vitamin B2:0.07mg
3.87%
Folate:15.2µg
3.8%
Iron:0.6mg
3.33%
Magnesium:12.74mg
3.19%
Calcium:31.08mg
3.11%
Vitamin B3:0.56mg
2.82%
Vitamin B1:0.04mg
2.73%
Zinc:0.28mg
1.87%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.67%
Source:My Recipes