Indulge in a culinary symphony of flavors with our delectable tomato salad, an exquisite dish that celebrates the vibrant essence of fresh, ripe tomatoes. This refreshing salad features a medley of juicy tomatoes, sweet onions, crisp cucumbers, and aromatic herbs, all tossed in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Served atop a bed of creamy cottage cheese, this salad offers a delightful balance of textures and flavors. Discover variations of this classic salad, including a refreshing cucumber salad with a hint of mint, a zesty lemon-herb vinaigrette dressing, and a hearty quinoa salad with roasted vegetables. Embark on a culinary journey as you explore these recipes, each offering a unique twist on the traditional tomato salad.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD
Cottage cheese and fresh green onions, cucumbers, and tomatoes make this salad great with spaghetti or other Italian faves!
Provided by RANDIMARTIN
Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes
Time 10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- In a medium bowl, stir together the cottage cheese, tomatoes, green onions, and cucumbers. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Chill until serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 137.9 calories, Carbohydrate 8.3 g, Cholesterol 16.8 mg, Fat 5.2 g, Fiber 1.1 g, Protein 15 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 458.8 mg, Sugar 2.7 g
TOMATO SALAD SERVED WITH COTTAGE CHEESE
Make and share this Tomato Salad Served With Cottage Cheese recipe from Food.com.
Provided by lizeroo
Categories Vegetable
Time 10m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Cut tomatoes in half and gently squeeze, scooping out pulp and seeds. Dice.
- Mince green onions and chop Cilantro medium fine.
- Add onions, Basil, Cilantro, vinegar, oil and garlic powder to tomatoes and toss. Add salt and pepper to taste.
- Store in fridge until ready to use.
- Serve with 2 scoops low fat cottage cheese and gently mix.
COTTAGE CHEESE SALAD
Cottage cheese is jazzed up in this light and refreshing side dish. This is a great change-of-pace salad for any time of year. With crunchy fresh veggies and zesty ranch dressing, you'll enjoy every bite!-Lynn Penner, Prescott, Arizona
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 3 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- In a small bowl, combine all ingredients. Serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts :
COTTAGE CHEESE PASTA WITH TOMATOES, SCALLIONS AND CURRANTS
Satisfying the same creamy urge as mac and cheese, noodles with cottage cheese is a comforting Eastern European staple that's sometimes topped with golden fried onions and a dusting of black pepper and cinnamon. This version trades caramelized onions for slivers of sharp raw scallion to contrast with the richness of the cottage cheese, which melts into a sauce upon contact with the hot pasta. The currants lean into the cinnamon's sweetness, while halved cherry tomatoes and mint make the dish juicy and fresh. It's an unusual take on the original dish that's easy to riff on - feel free to add or leave out ingredients to make it your own.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories weekday, pastas, main course
Time 30m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Put currants in a small bowl and ladle a little of the boiling water over them to cover. Let soak for 10 minutes, then drain.
- Meanwhile, salt the remaining water in the pot. When it returns to a boil, add pasta. Cook according to package instructions until al dente, usually 1 minute less than the package directs. Drain pasta, reserving 1/2 cup pasta cooking water.
- In a large serving bowl, combine scallions, tomatoes, lemon juice and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- When the currants are soaked, add them to the bowl with the tomatoes and toss to combine. Stir in 2 tablespoons olive oil.
- Add pasta to the serving bowl, along with cottage cheese, pepper and a few splashes of reserved pasta water (about 1/4 cup), and toss until evenly coated. If pasta looks dry, add a little more pasta cooking water, a tablespoon at a time. Stir in herbs. Taste, and add more salt and lemon, if needed.
- To serve, top with a dusting of ground cinnamon (if you like), flaky salt, a lot of black pepper, and more olive oil and herbs. Serve hot, warm or at room temperature.
TOMATOES & COTTAGE CHEESE
My dad has been eating this for as long as I can remember. It's his creation and I love the combination of ingredients. You can have them for Lunch or a light side dish for Dinner.
Provided by Cooking Queen
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 5m
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Arrange the four slices of tomato on a plate, top them with 1 Tbs. of cottage cheese each (you can add more if you choose); and 1 dash of each Tabasco and Worcestershire sauce on each slice of tomato. Add salt and pepper to taste. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 32.9, Fat 1.2, SaturatedFat 0.5, Cholesterol 4.4, Sodium 104.8, Carbohydrate 2.5, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 1.8, Protein 3.2
ENSALADA DE SANDíA Y TOMATE (WATERMELON TOMATO SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE AND CORN NUTS)
Even though this salad is all about summery from-the-farm watermelon and tomatoes, the corn nuts make the dish. Their salt and crunch accentuate the juicy sweetness of the fruit.
Provided by Katie Button
Categories Salad Watermelon Goat Cheese Tomato Summer Fruit Vegetable Vegetarian Dairy Cheese Wheat/Gluten-Free
Yield Serves 8 as a small plate
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Whisk the honey, vinegar, and ½ teaspoon salt in a small bowl. While whisking, add the oil in a slow, steady stream until emulsified.
- Pulse the corn nuts in a food processor until finely chopped.
- Arrange the tomatoes in serving dishes in a single layer and sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt. Top with the watermelon and onion and drizzle with the dressing. Crumble the goat cheese and pluck the tarragon leaves on top. Sprinkle on the corn nuts and serve immediately.
CHEESE AND TOMATO SALAD
Provided by Jacques Pepin
Categories easy, quick, salads and dressings
Time 15m
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Cut tomatoes in half crosswise and gently squeeze out seeds. Cut seeded tomatoes into 1-inch pieces. Place chopped onion in a sieve and wash under cold water to remove some of the sulfuric acid compound, which tends to make the onions discolor and is strong-smelling and irritating to the eyes. Drain thoroughly.
- In a bowl, combine all the ingredients, stirring well. Serve immediately or cover and refrigerate until needed. An hour or so before serving, remove from the refrigerator so the salad is cool, not cold, when eaten. Serve with a crunchy French bread.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 323, UnsaturatedFat 18 grams, Carbohydrate 10 grams, Fat 28 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 10 grams, SaturatedFat 8 grams, Sodium 603 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams
Tips:
- Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes. This is the most important ingredient, so make sure you use the best tomatoes you can find.
- Use fresh herbs. Herbs add a lot of flavor to this salad, so don't skip them. Basil, oregano, and thyme are all good choices.
- Don't overdress the salad. A little bit of dressing goes a long way, so be careful not to add too much.
- Serve the salad immediately. Tomato salad is best when it is fresh, so don't let it sit around for too long before serving.
Conclusion:
Tomato salad is a classic summer dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat. It can be served as a side dish or a main course, and it is perfect for picnics, potlucks, and barbecues. Whether you are looking for a light and refreshing salad or a more substantial meal, this tomato salad is sure to please.
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