Sabrina Vega
@savega
Mediterranean Cherry Tomato and Olive Salad
A refreshing Mediterranean salad featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, a mix of green and black olives, and toasted pine nuts, all tossed in a tangy olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light meal, this salad is bursting with flavor and healthy ingredients.
Details
- Cuisine:mediterranean
- Diet:vegetarian
- Difficulty:medium
- Estimated Cost:N/A
- Occasion:bbq
- Ingredients:10
- Views:5
Recipe Information
- Prep time20 min.
- Cook time5 min.
- Total time25 min.
- Servings6
Ingredients
- 40, halved
- 1 cup, pitted and sliced
- 1 (6 ounce) can, drained and sliced
- 2, minced
- 3 ounces
- 1/2 cup
- 2 tablespoons
- 1 tablespoon
- 1 teaspoon
- to taste
Cooking Instructions
Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Mediterranean Cherry Tomato and Olive Salad.
Step 1
Begin by gathering a large bowl and combining halved cherry tomatoes, sliced green olives, sliced black olives, and minced green onions for a vibrant base.
Step 2
Next, heat a dry skillet over medium heat and toast the pine nuts, stirring frequently until they achieve a delightful golden brown hue.
Step 3
Once toasted, incorporate these crunchy gems into your tomato mixture for added texture.
Step 4
In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, sugar, and dried oregano, creating a zesty dressing.
Step 5
Don’t forget to season it with salt and pepper to enhance the flavors.
Step 6
Drizzle this dressing over your salad and gently toss everything together, ensuring each ingredient is beautifully coated.
Step 7
For the best flavor experience, cover the salad and let it chill in the refrigerator for at least one hour, allowing the ingredients to meld into a harmonious blend.
Step 8
Enjoy the refreshing burst of flavors that awaits you!.