Description
This Cherry Tomato and Feta Salad is a fresh, vibrant dish made with juicy cherry tomatoes, salty feta cheese, and a simple lemon vinaigrette. It’s quick to prepare and perfect as a light side dish or topping for grilled proteins.
Ingredients
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano (or 1 teaspoon fresh)
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley or basil (optional)
Instructions
- In a medium bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and pepper to make the vinaigrette.
- Add the halved cherry tomatoes and toss gently to coat.
- Fold in the crumbled feta and chopped herbs, if using.
- Let sit for 10–15 minutes at room temperature to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve as a side salad or spooned over grilled chicken, fish, or toasted bread.
Notes
- Use a variety of colorful cherry tomatoes for extra visual appeal.
- For a creamier texture, lightly mash some of the feta into the dressing.
- Tastes best when served fresh but can be refrigerated for up to 1 day.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 0 mins
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
