Best Feta Cheese With Basil Salad Recipes

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WATERMELON SALAD WITH FETA AND BASIL



Watermelon Salad with Feta and Basil image

In this summery salad, sweet watermelon is the perfect foil for tangy feta cheese.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 1/2 pounds seedless watermelon (rind removed), cut into 1-inch cubes (6 cups)
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, cut into thin strips (see note)
Coarse salt and ground pepper
4 ounces feta cheese, broken into large pieces (about 1 cup)

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine watermelon, lime juice, and half the basil; season with salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Divide among four plates; scatter cheese and remaining basil on top.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 146 g, Fat 6 g, Protein 5 g

TOMATO FETA SALAD



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One summer I combined my love for onions with a bumper crop of tomatoes and a homemade balsamic dressing. The result was this salad that receives thumbs-up approval whenever it's served. -Robert Golus, Greer, South Carolina

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh basil or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup coarsely chopped sweet onion
1 pound grape or cherry tomatoes, halved
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/4 cup crumbled feta cheese

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the vinegar, basil and salt. Add onion; toss to coat. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add the tomatoes, oil and feta cheese; toss to coat. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 121 calories, Fat 9g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 412mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

SIMPLE FETA CHEESE SALAD



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This is a very simple, delicious salad! You can adjust all the recipe portions to suit your taste.

Provided by CSCASINO

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 5

3 tablespoons crumbled feta cheese
12 cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced
½ onion, diced
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a bowl, mix the feta cheese, cherry tomatoes, onion, olive oil, and lemon juice. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131.4 calories, Carbohydrate 8.5 g, Cholesterol 12.6 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1.6 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 168.7 mg, Sugar 1.9 g

TOMATO FETA SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pints grape tomatoes, red or mixed colors
1 1/2 cups small-diced red onion (2 onions)
1/4 cup good white wine vinegar
6 tablespoons good olive oil
1 tablespoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley leaves
1 1/2 pounds feta cheese

Steps:

  • Cut the tomatoes in half and place them in a large bowl. Add the onion, vinegar, olive oil, salt, pepper, basil, and parsley and toss well. Dice the feta in 1/2- to 3/4-inch cubes, crumbling it as little as possible. Gently fold it into the salad and serve at room temperature.

BASIL AND FETA CHEESE SPREAD



Basil and Feta Cheese Spread image

I found this on a Greek recipe site. It looks a lot like a feta spread that I have had a Greek restaurant I love, so anxious to try.

Provided by iewe7726

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 10m

Yield 1 dish

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 lb feta cheese
1 cup basil leaves, loosely packed
1/4 cup chives, chopped
2 -3 garlic cloves
olive oil

Steps:

  • Process basil and and chives in food processor until fine. Add feta and garlic until well mixed. Add enough olive oil to make spreadable.
  • Spread on bread, crostini, or little pizzas, dollop on pasta, or add to soups or vegetables.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 1235.8, Fat 97.7, SaturatedFat 68.2, Cholesterol 405.7, Sodium 5091.8, Carbohydrate 23.4, Fiber 1.8, Sugar 19.2, Protein 68.3

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