cherry tomato, basil, and goat cheese salad

Name: Cherry Tomato, Basil, and Goat Cheese Salad
Prep time: 5 min
Yield: 6
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 4 cup(s) red and yellow cherry tomatoes, halved; 1/2 cup(s) minced scallions; 1/2 cup(s) fresh basil, thinly sliced; 2 1/2 tablespoon(s) extra-virgin olive oil, divided; 1 tablespoon(s) balsamic vinegar; 1 clove(s) fresh garlic, finely minced; - Kosher salt, to taste; freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 3/4 cup(s) crumbled goat cheese; 1 tablespoon(s) capers, drained

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Tami Conklin

Canandaigua, NY

Updated on Nov 14, 2012

A great spring or summer side dish to any meal.

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prep time 5 Min

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method No-Cook or Other

yield 6 serving(s)

Ingredients

4 cups red and yellow cherry tomatoes, halved
1/2 cup minced scallions
1/2 cup fresh basil, thinly sliced
2 1/2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, divided
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 clove fresh garlic, finely minced
Kosher salt, to taste
freshly ground black pepper, to taste
3/4 cup crumbled goat cheese
1 tablespoon capers, drained

How To Make cherry tomato, basil, and goat cheese salad

Step 1

Put the tomatoes, scallions, and basil in a large bowl and toss.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk together 2 Tbsp olive oil, vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper to taste.
Step 3

Pour over the tomato mixture and toss.
Step 4

Place the tomato mixture in a shallow serving bowl or on a platter. Top with the crumbled goat cheese and sprinkle with the capers.
Step 5

Drizzle with the remaining olive oil. Add a bit more of the cracked pepper if desired and serve.
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