Mediterranean Tomato N Olive Salad
Presenting the bright and cool Mediterranean Tomato N Olive Salad! This salad, bursting with flavours from the sun-drenched Mediterranean area, is a celebration of basic ingredients that come together to provide a harmonious blend of texture and taste.
The ideal foundation is made up of fresh, juicy tomatoes, which create an acidic and sweet contrast to the saline salinity of the olives. Red onions give a mild sharpness, while crisp cucumbers add a pleasant crunch. With each bite, the delicious scent of fragrant herbs like basil and oregano transports your taste buds to the coasts of Greece or Italy.
This salad is a tasty and nutrient-dense dish that is dressed with a light vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil, zesty lemon juice, and a dash of garlic. The Mediterranean Tomato and Olive Salad will tantalise your senses and leave you yearning for more of its Mediterranean enchantment whether it is eaten as a light meal on its own or as a side dish.
- 600g cherry tomatoes, halved
- 150g Kalamata olives, pitted
- A handful of fresh basil leaves, torn
- A handful of fresh parsley, chopped
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 4 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- 4 thick slices of sourdough bread
Directions:
- Halved cherry tomatoes, chopped parsley, chopped basil leaves, and Kalamata olives should all be combined in a big bowl.
- To make a dressing, combine the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a separate bowl.
- Drizzle the tomato and olive mixture with the dressing, then gently toss to coat.
- Toast the sourdough bread pieces until crisp and golden brown. If desired, rub a clove of garlic over the toasted bread to add more flavour.
- To serve, pour the tomato and olive salad over the toasted bread that has been arranged on plates. Pour over any leftover dressing from the bowl.
- If wanted, garnish with more parsley or basil before serving.
