Tomato Feta Salad

Tomato Feta Salad

6 servings
This tomato and feta salad comes together in minutes: no need to make a separate dressing. Simply toss with some good extra virgin olive oil, loads of fresh herbs, and a few easy seasonings and you’re good to go. Serve with nice bread to take advantage of the tomatoes’ fresh juices, which release and combine with all the aromatics in a very fortuitous way.

Ingredients

  • 6 to 7 medium ripe tomatoes

    ), sliced into wedges (on-the-vine tomatoes or heirloom tomatoes preferred

  • 1 medium red onion

    halved, then thinly sliced

  • 3 garlic cloves

    minced

  • 1 packed cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
  • 1 packed cup chopped fresh dill
  • 2 1/2 teaspoons sumac
  • Kosher salt
  • Black pepper
  • 1 lemon

    juiced

  • 2 teaspoons white wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
  • Feta cheese

    to your liking

Directions

  1. 1

    Add the fresh ingredients. In a large salad or mixing bowl, gently toss together the tomatoes, onions, garlic, parsley, and dill.

  2. 2

    Season the salad. Add the sumac and season with salt and pepper to taste. Add the lemon juice, white wine vinegar, and extra virgin olive oil. Toss to combine. Taste and adjust the seasoning to your liking.

  3. 3

    Serve. Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Top with large pieces of quality feta cheese. Enjoy!

Tomato Feta Salad

Tomato Feta Salad

4.9(75)10 min6 servings

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About this Recipe

Looking for a vibrant, fresh salad that comes together in mere minutes? This Tomato Feta Salad delivers big on flavor with minimal effort, perfect for any meal, especially when tomatoes are at their peak.

What makes this tomato and feta salad truly shine is its elegant simplicity—there's no need for a fussy separate dressing. Instead, a generous pour of good extra virgin olive oil, loads of fresh herbs, and bright seasonings marry directly with the juicy tomatoes, creating its own perfect vinaigrette right in the bowl. The sumac adds a unique, zesty depth that elevates the entire dish.

Prepare your palate for a burst of fresh, savory, and tangy notes. You'll experience the sweet juiciness of ripe tomatoes, the crisp bite of thinly sliced red onion and pungent garlic, and the bright, herbaceous aroma of fresh parsley and dill. The creamy, salty feta cheese adds a delightful counterpoint, while the olive oil and lemon juice create a light, vibrant coating. As the salad sits briefly, the tomatoes release their juices, mingling with the aromatics to form a delicious, spoon-worthy dressing.

While on-the-vine or heirloom tomatoes are preferred for their superior flavor and texture, any ripe, juicy tomato will work beautifully. Feel free to adjust the amount of feta cheese to your liking, or experiment with other fresh herbs like mint or oregano for a slightly different twist. For a deeper, earthier note, a sprinkle of dried oregano could complement the sumac.

This fresh salad is ideal as a light lunch, a vibrant side dish for grilled meats or fish, or a stunning appetizer. Be sure to serve it with crusty bread to soak up all those delicious, herby tomato juices!

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