Indulge your taste buds with a refreshing and vibrant Cherry Tomato Salad, bursting with flavors and textures that will tantalize your senses. This delightful salad showcases the sweetness of ripe cherry tomatoes, perfectly complemented by a tangy vinaigrette dressing that elevates the overall taste experience. With variations ranging from a classic Italian-inspired dressing to a zesty Greek vinaigrette, this salad offers a customizable culinary journey. Dive into the simplicity of a balsamic glaze reduction, adding a touch of sophistication to the dish, or explore the vibrant flavors of a honey mustard dressing, creating a harmonious balance of sweet and tangy notes. Whether you prefer a light and refreshing dressing or a more robust and flavorful one, this recipe collection caters to your preferences, ensuring a delightful salad experience every time.
**Recipes Included:**
GREEN BEAN-CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
My grandmother made a cold green bean salad with potatoes for every family barbecue. Now I bring my own version of the recipe to parties. With added color and taste from the cherry tomatoes, this classic favorite is even better. -Angela Lemoine, Howell, New Jersey
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 35m
Yield 12 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. stockpot, bring 6 cups water to a boil. Add beans in batches; cook, uncovered, 2-3 minutes or just until crisp-tender. Remove beans and immediately drop into ice water. Drain and pat dry., Transfer beans to a large bowl. Add tomatoes and onion; toss to combine. In a small bowl, whisk vinegar, sugar, oregano, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Gradually whisk in oil until blended. Pour over bean mixture; toss to coat.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 65 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 153mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
MARINATED CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
This is a very delicious way to use an overabundance of cherry tomatoes.
Provided by RAINEYJR
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 7
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a small bowl or cup measure, mix together oil, apple cider vinegar, herbs, salt, and sugar.
- Pour dressing over cherry tomatoes in a serving dish, and gently stir to coat. Chill for at least 2 hours. Gently stir from bottom to top, coating all tomatoes, before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 93.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.2 g, Fat 8.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 0.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 174.5 mg, Sugar 0.9 g
CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
This recipe was passed on by a friend and has been passed on to many more friends. It is a colorful and delicious salad served in a self made vinaigrette. Always an excellent choice when entertaining for dinner.
Provided by Keren
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 1h20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a big bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, green olives, back olives, and spring onion.
- In a dry skillet, toast pine nuts over medium heat until golden brown, turning frequently. Stir into tomato mixture.
- In a small bowl, mix together olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, and oregano. Season to taste with salt and pepper. Pour over salad, and gently stir to coat. Chill for 1 hour.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 341 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Fat 32.2 g, Fiber 3.3 g, Protein 5.1 g, SaturatedFat 4.5 g, Sodium 939.9 mg, Sugar 2.8 g
CHERRY TOMATO CORN SALAD
Brighten a picnic lunch or backyard barbecue with this cheerful, fresh-tasting salad. If you use want to use sweet corn off the cob, saute the corn for 5 minutes in a skillet before adding to the salad. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the basil, oil, lime juice, sugar, salt and pepper; shake well. , In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes and cucumber. Drizzle with dressing; toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 125 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 302mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
This recipe evolved from a need to use the bumper crops of delicious cherry tomatoes we grow. It's one of my favorite cherry tomato recipes, especially at cookouts. -Sally Sibley, St. Augustine, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Place tomatoes in a shallow bowl. In a small bowl, whisk oil, vinegar, salt and sugar until blended; stir in herbs. Pour over tomatoes; gently toss to coat. Refrigerate, covered, overnight.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 103 calories, Fat 10g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 203mg sodium, Carbohydrate 4g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
EASY CHERRY TOMATO CORN SALAD
In the summer, use fresh sweet corn off the cob. Saute the corn for five minutes in a skillet before adding it to the salad.
Provided by cookbookangie
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Combine basil, olive oil, lime juice, sugar, salt, and pepper in a jar and screw on the lid; shake until dressing is completely blended.
- Stir corn, tomatoes, cucumber, jalapeno, and shallots together in a bowl. Drizzle dressing over corn mixture and toss to coat. Refrigerate until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 138 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Fat 7.4 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 202.6 mg, Sugar 3.5 g
CHERRY TOMATO AND WHITE BEAN SALAD
This simple salad makes a bright, tangy companion to grilled meat or fish. Marinating the red onions and garlic in the vinaigrette for 15 minutes not only diffuses their flavor but also softens their bite. This salad travels well and would be an excellent choice for a potluck or picnic. It's also supremely versatile, and can be dressed up with any soft herb like basil, tarragon or mint, and chile, in almost any form.
Provided by Lidey Heuck
Categories brunch, dinner, easy, quick, weekday, beans, vegetables, main course, side dish
Time 5m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, vinegar, mustard, salt and pepper. Stir in the red onion and garlic and set the dressing aside to marinate for 15 to 30 minutes at room temperature.
- Place the tomatoes, white beans and parsley in a large bowl. Pour the dressing over the salad, toss well, then gently fold in the Parmesan. Serve at room temperature using a slotted spoon.
TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND CHERRY SALAD
Provided by Alex Guarnaschelli
Categories side-dish
Time 35m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Make the dressing: Whisk together the olive oil and balsamic with the mustard and 1 tablespoon cool water in a bowl. Set aside.
- Make the salad: Place the tomatoes on a flat surface. Cut the smaller ones in half and the larger ones into slices or wedges. Arrange all the tomatoes and cherries in a single layer, flesh-side up, on a large serving platter or individual plates. Sprinkle them with the sugar.
- "Herb" the mozzarella: Use a pair of scissors to coarsely cut the tarragon, basil and parsley into pieces and toss in a medium bowl with the Parmesan, olive oil and a pinch of salt. The herbs should feel slightly dampened and sticky from the olive oil. If not, add more olive oil by the tablespoon as needed. Press both sides of the mozzarella slices into the herb mix to coat them, then intersperse the cheese pieces amongst the tomatoes on the serving platter or plates.
- Season the dish with salt and spoon all the dressing over the tomatoes and cheese.
CHERRY TOMATO, CORN, AND HALLOUMI SALAD
Put one slice of garlic in the oil when you first turn on the heat. When it sizzles, your oil is ready for the rest of the garlic.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 25m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Whisk together lime juice and zest in a large heatproof bowl. In a small skillet, heat 5 tablespoons oil over medium-high. Add garlic and cook, stirring often, until light golden, 30 seconds to 1 minute. Whiskoil mixture into lime mixture; season with salt and pepper. Set aside 2 tablespoons dressing; add corn and tomatoes to remaining dressing and toss gently to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
- Return skillet to medium-high heat and swirl in remaining 1 tablespoon oil. Add halloumi (be careful; it may splatter) and cook, flipping once, until golden and crisp on both sides, about 4 minutes total. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Scatter arugula on a serving plate; top with corn-tomato mixture. Serve, with halloumi and reserved dressing on the side.
POTATO, GREEN BEAN, AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
Categories Salad Potato Tomato Green Bean Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Cook beans in pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 4 minutes. Drain. Transfer to medium bowl. Refresh under cold running water. Drain well.
- Cook potatoes in pot of boiling salted water until just tender, about 8 minutes. Drain. Transfer to large bowl. Add 2 tablespoons orange juice and 2 tablespoons vinegar; toss to coat. Cool to room temperature, occasionally stirring gently.
- Add green beans, tomatoes, and parsley to potatoes. Whisk remaining 6 tablespoons orange juice, 1 tablespoon vinegar, oil, and capers in small bowl to blend. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Add dressing to salad and toss to combine. (Can be made 2 hours ahead. Let stand at room temperature.)
BARLEY, CORN, AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD WITH BASIL DRESSING
Categories Salad Herb Tomato Vegetable Freeze/Chill High Fiber Summer Chill Gourmet
Yield Serves 10 to 12
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a kettle bring 10 cups water to a boil, stir in the barley and the salt, and simmer the barley, covered, for 40 minutes, or until it is tender. Drain the barley in a colander, rinse it under cold water, and drain it well. In a blender blend the vinegar, the basil, the oil, and salt to taste until the dressing is emulsified. In a very large bowl toss the barley with the dressing and the corn and stir in the tomatoes gently. Chill the salad, covered, for 1 hour. The salad may be made 1 day in advance and kept covered and chilled.
ARTICHOKE, CHERRY TOMATO, AND FETA SALAD WITH ARTICHOKE-PESTO CROSTINI
Provided by Diane Rossen Worthington
Categories Salad Tomato Appetizer Side Vegetarian High Fiber Dinner Lunch Feta Artichoke Summer Healthy Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Pescatarian Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free Kosher
Yield Makes 12 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- For pesto:
- Place all ingredients in processor. Blend until finely chopped. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
- For salad:
- Whisk shallot, vinegar, 2 tablespoons chopped parsley, mustard, and garlic in medium bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season to taste with salt and pepper. DO AHEAD: vinaigrette can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and chill.
- Spread 1 tablespoon pesto over each baguette slice. Sprinkle parsley over crostini. Mix baby greens, artichoke hearts, and cherry tomatoes in very large bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat lightly. Sprinkle feta over.
- Serve salad with crostini.
CORN, CHERRY TOMATO, ARUGULA AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD
Categories Salad Leafy Green Tomato Vegetable No-Cook Vegetarian Blue Cheese Corn Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Serves 6
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Combine first 5 ingredients in large bowl. Place vinegar in small bowl; gradually mix in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add 3/4 cup blue cheese. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Garnish with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)
BROCCOLI, CHICKPEA, AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
This is a healthy salad that's perfect when paired with a simple sandwich for a light lunch.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Salad Recipes
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan with a steamer insert, bring 1 inch of water to a boil. Add broccoli, cover, and steam until crisp-tender, 4 to 6 minutes.
- In a large bowl, whisk together mustard, red-wine vinegar, olive oil, and onion; season with coarse salt and ground pepper. Add tomatoes, chickpeas, and broccoli. Toss to coat with dressing. Let cool 5 minutes. Serve at room temperature or chilled.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 g, Fat 5 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5 g
ARTICHOKE, ROMAINE AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
Provided by Terry Kirts
Categories Salad Food Processor Leafy Green Tomato Vegetable No-Cook Picnic Spring Summer Bon Appétit
Yield Makes 6 to 8 Servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Mince 1 jar artichoke hearts in processor. Mix in next 5 ingredients. Transfer mixture to large bowl. Add mayonnaise; whisk until smooth. Gradually whisk in oil. Cover; chill dressing for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to develop. (Can be made 3 days ahead. Cover; keep chilled.)
- Combine lettuce, onion and tomatoes in bowl. Toss with enough dressing to coat. Divide salad among plates. Top with remaining artichokes and Parmesan.
CHERRY TOMATO CORN SALAD
This salad is quick, easy and delicious. It is from Taste of Homes, Weeknight Cooking Made Easy. I used frozen sweet white corn.
Provided by Toyo5264
Categories Low Protein
Time 15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the basil, oil, lime juice, sugar, salt and pepper, shake well.
- In a large bowl, combine the corn, tomatoes and cucumber. Drizzle with dressing and toss to coat.
- Refrigerate until serving.
BACON, LETTUCE, AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD WITH AIOLI DRESSING
Provided by Joanne Weir
Categories Salad Tomato Quick & Easy Low Cal High Fiber Lunch Mayonnaise Bacon Lettuce Bon Appétit Sugar Conscious Paleo Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 6 serving
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Cook bacon in large skillet over medium heat until crisp; transfer to paper towels. Crumble bacon coarsely. Pour off all but 1 tablespoon drippings from skillet; reserve skillet.
- Place lettuce and tomatoes in large serving bowl. Heat bacon drippings in skillet over medium heat. Add garlic, then mayonnaise and vinegar; whisk until blended, 30 to 40 seconds. Season dressing to taste with salt and pepper. Pour over lettuce and tomatoes and toss to coat. Sprinkle bacon over. Serve immediately.
GRILLED CHICKEN BREAST WITH MARINATED CHERRY TOMATO SALAD
"This is a great summertime dish as tomatoes are at their peak during the summer," says Marc. "Serve with some crusty bread to soak up any leftover cherry tomatoes."
Provided by Marc Forgione
Categories main-dish
Time 5h10m
Yield 2 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- For the marinated cherry tomatoes: Toast the coriander seeds in a small skillet over medium heat until fragrant, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer to a mortar and pestle and crack. Allow to cool.
- Bring a medium pot of water to a boil. Make a small "x" incision at the bottom of each tomato. Blanch the cherry tomatoes for 1 minute and immediately transfer them to a large bowl filled with ice water (an ice bath). Allow the tomatoes to cool, and then peel the tomatoes and discard the skins.
- In a medium bowl, mix together the coriander, peeled tomatoes, onions, olive oil, ginger juice, basil, mint, vinegar, and garlic. Season with salt and pepper, cover, and allow the tomato mixture to sit at room temperature for 4 hours.
- For the chicken: Combine the olive oil, basil and garlic in a large bowl. Add the chicken breasts, making sure to coat all sides with the marinade. Cover and let marinate for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator.
- Preheat the grill to medium heat. Remove the chicken from the marinade and pat dry with a towel. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add chicken breasts and grill for around 5 minutes on each side, depending on how hot your grill is, or until cooked through.
- Serve the chicken with some of the marinated tomatoes on top.
CHERRY TOMATO AND CORN SALAD
Sweet tomatoes, smoky Gouda, and crisp corn come together for an excellent bite that's bursting with flavor. I threw this together for a picnic with things I had on hand. Serve right away or refrigerate to let the flavors blend. Enjoy!
Provided by mzmoonpie
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
- Place corn on the grill; cover and cook until husks are blackened, 15 to 20 minutes. Let sit until easily handled, about 5 minutes. Discard husk and silks; cut kernels off the cob.
- Combine corn kernels, cherry tomatoes, Gouda cheese, olive oil, basil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl; mix gently to blend.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 195.8 calories, Carbohydrate 8.4 g, Cholesterol 32.3 mg, Fat 15 g, Fiber 1.4 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Sodium 322.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g
CHERRY TOMATO CAESAR SALAD
Whether the tomatoes deserve it or not, I make some version of a tomato Caesar salad every summer. Here, I inverted the usual proportions of lettuce to tomatoes, favoring the tomatoes. It was the juiciest of Caesars, and pretty, too, dotted with anchovies and curls of Parmesan.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings, side dish
Time 20m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a small bowl, whisk together garlic, salt, lemon juice and Worcestershire. Whisk in olive oil.
- Spread lettuce on a platter and drizzle with dressing. Scatter tomatoes and anchovies over lettuce and drizzle with more dressing. Using a vegetable peeler or coarse grater, grate or shave cheese over the salad. Drizzle dressing over the plate and finish with pepper.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 154, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Sodium 307 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams
Tips:
- Select ripe and flavorful cherry tomatoes: Look for tomatoes that are plump, brightly colored, and free of blemishes. Avoid tomatoes that are bruised or have soft spots.
- Use a variety of colors and sizes: For a visually appealing salad, use a mix of different colored cherry tomatoes, such as red, yellow, orange, and purple. You can also use a variety of sizes, from small grape tomatoes to larger cherry tomatoes.
- Marinate the tomatoes: Marinating the tomatoes in a simple vinaigrette or dressing will help to enhance their flavor. You can use a variety of dressings, such as balsamic vinegar and olive oil, lemon juice and honey, or a combination of herbs and spices.
- Add complementary ingredients: To add more flavor and texture to your salad, consider adding other ingredients, such as fresh herbs (such as basil, oregano, or thyme), crumbled cheese (such as feta, goat cheese, or Parmesan), roasted nuts (such as almonds, walnuts, or pistachios), or grilled or roasted vegetables (such as zucchini, eggplant, or bell peppers).
- Serve immediately: Cherry tomato salad is best served immediately after it is made, so that the tomatoes are still fresh and crisp. You can store any leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Conclusion:
Cherry tomato salad is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make, and it can be tailored to your own personal preferences. With its bright colors, sweet and tangy flavor, and refreshing crunch, cherry tomato salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser.
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