Mixed tomato salad with pesto
Delight your taste buds with a vibrant mix of fresh, juicy tomatoes tossed in a flavorful pesto dressing. Perfect for a refreshing and satisfying dish.
Ingredients:
- 300 grams mixed tomatoes (I used cherry, grape, black plum, yellow pear and yellow grape)
- 1 teaspoon pesto
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 small red onion, finely diced (optional)
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 5 fresh basil leaves, roughly torn (plus extra for garnish)
- Mozzarella cheese, torn up into bite-sized pieces (optional)
- Freshly ground black pepper
- Salt
Instructions:
- Combine the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, pesto, pepper, salt, sugar, and ripped basil leaves in a screw-top container and shake vigorously. Keep it aside.
- Cut the tomatoes in half and place them in a bowl together with the onions. Drizzle the marinade over them and delicately mix using your hands, being careful not to crush the tomatoes. Allow the salad to rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before serving.
Summary:
- Calories: 312 kcal
- Fat: 23 g
- Protein: 10 g
- Carbs: 20 g
- Potassium: 813 mg
- Magnesium: 47 mg