Basil Tomato Salad Recipe

This vibrant salad is a delightful blend of fresh green leaf lettuce, juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and crunchy pine nuts, tossed in a zesty lemon vinaigrette. Perfectly paired with homemade toasted baguette sticks, this recipe makes a light yet satisfying meal. Elevate it further by serving alongside grilled chicken or fish, also drizzled with the tangy vinaigrette! A perfect summer recipe ready in under 30 minutes.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Calories 482.8 kcal
Protein 23g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Basil Tomato Salad

  • 6 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 0 Fresh Lemon Zest
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Lemon Juice
  • 1 clove Garlic
  • 0 Sugar
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh Ground Black Pepper to taste
  • 1 Baguette
  • 5 oz Green Leaf Lettuce
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil leaves
  • 1 pint Grape Tomatoes
  • 1/4 cup Pine Nuts
  • 0 Parmesan Cheese
  • 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon Mustard
  • 1/2 teaspoon Honey
  • 1/2 cup crumbled Feta Cheese

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How to Make Basil Tomato Salad

  1. **Make the Vinaigrette:** In a small screw-top jar, whisk together 1/4 cup olive oil, 2 tablespoons lemon juice, 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar, 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard, 1/2 teaspoon honey, salt, and pepper to taste.
  2. **Prepare the Baguette Sticks:** Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
  3. **Garlic Oil:** In a small bowl, combine 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 clove minced garlic.
  4. **Slice and Brush:** Slice a baguette lengthwise, then brush the cut sides generously with the garlic oil mixture.
  5. **Cut and Bake:** Cut the baguette into 3-4 inch sticks. Arrange on a baking sheet and bake for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
  6. **Assemble the Salad:** In a large bowl, combine 5 oz green leaf lettuce, 1 cup fresh basil leaves, 1 pint cherry or grape tomatoes (halved), 1/4 cup pine nuts, and 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese (or cheese of your choice).
  7. **Dress and Serve:** Drizzle the lemon vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine. Serve immediately with the toasted baguette sticks. Optional: Serve with grilled chicken or fish drizzled with extra vinaigrette.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

23 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

28g

Carbs

11g

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