Best Cherry Tomato And Cheese Salad Recipes

CORN, CHERRY TOMATO, ARUGULA AND BLUE CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• Combine first 5 ingredients in large bowl. Place vinegar in small bowl; gradually mix in oil. Season with salt and pepper. Add 3/4 cup blue cheese. Pour dressing over salad and toss to coat. Garnish with remaining 1/4 cup cheese. (Can be prepared 4 hours ahead. Cover and chill.)

CHERRY TOMATO BASIL AND GOAT CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• 1. Put the tomatoes, scallions and basil in a large bowl and toss.
• 2. In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, The vinegar, garlic and the salt and pepper to taste. Pour over the tomato mixture and toss.
• 3. Place the tomato mixture in a shallow serving bowl or on a platter. Top with the crumbled goat cheese and sprinkle with the capers.
• 4. Drizzle with the remaining olive oil and add a bit more of the cracked pepper if desired and serve.

CHERRY TOMATO AND CHEESE SALAD

Steps:

• Place cut cherry tomatoes, onions (or scallions), and cubed cheese in a large bowl.
• In a seperate bowl, whisk together the sour cream, mayo, vinegar, sugar, tarragon, garlic powder, pepper and salt; blend well.
• Pour the dressing over the salad and gently toss to coat.
• Serve chilled.

WAX BEAN AND CHERRY TOMATO SALAD WITH GOAT CHEESE DRESSING

Steps:

• Season the tomatoes and shallot with salt, then toss with the chile, vinegar, and 1/4 cup of the olive oil. Let stand for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour.
• Meanwhile, bring a large pot of water to a boil. Fill a large bowl with ice and water. Generously season the boiling water with salt and then add the beans. Cook until crisp-tender, about 5 minutes. Drain, transfer to the ice water, and drain again when the beans are room temperature. Cut the beans into 2-inch lengths at an angle.
• Combine the goat cheese, lime juice, remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil, and 1/2 teaspoon salt in a blender. Puree until smooth and fluffy. Toss with the beans until well coated.
• Place the wax beans in serving dishes. Top with the tomato mixture. Grind a little black pepper over the whole salad, then tear the basil leaves over the top. Serve immediately.