Creamy Tomato Garlic Salad: A Delicious Twist Recipe
Creamy Tomato Garlic Salad is a delightful and refreshing twist on a classic tomato salad. This recipe combines ripe tomatoes, minced garlic, fresh basil, and a creamy dressing to create a flavorful and creamy dish that is perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: International
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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For the Creamy Tomato Garlic Salad:
- 4 large ripe tomatoes, chopped
- 2 cloves of garlic, minced
- ¼ cup fresh basil, chopped
- ½ cup creamy dressing of choice (such as yogurt or mayonnaise)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- ¼ cup grated parmesan cheese (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Wash and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and place them in a large salad bowl.
- Add Garlic and Basil: Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the tomatoes. Mix in the chopped basil.
- Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, combine the creamy dressing, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Mix well.
- Toss the Salad: Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Season and Finish: Season with salt and pepper, mix well. Optionally, sprinkle grated parmesan cheese on top.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 320mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
Keywords: Tomato, Garlic, Salad, Creamy, Easy, Quick
