Source: Kucherav, AdobeStockSweet cherry tomatoes are perfect for any salad. You can even add them whole – it's delicious and convenient. We're sharing 20 of the best cherry tomato salad recipes that will make your mouth water!
1. Cherry Tomato and Feta Salad
Source: postila.ruYou can use fetaksa instead of feta – it will also work perfectly.
You will need: 6-8 cherry tomatoes, 1 bunch of salad greens, 150g feta cheese, 1 bell pepper, 20g Parmesan, 1 tbsp pine nuts, 1 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp Italian herbs.
Preparation: Cut the bell pepper into pieces, cherry tomatoes into quarters, and feta into cubes. Mix everything with the salad greens. Drizzle the salad with olive oil, sprinkle with Italian herbs, pine nuts, and grated Parmesan.
2. Crab Stick and Cherry Tomato Salad
Source: lobsterhouse.ruUnlike most crab salads, this one doesn't need to be cut too finely.
You will need: 200g crab sticks, 100g soft cheese, 6-10 cherry tomatoes, 15g parsley, 1 tbsp lemon juice, 3 tbsp olive oil.
Preparation: Cut cherry tomatoes into quarters, and cheese and crab sticks into medium cubes. Drizzle the salad with oil and lemon juice and sprinkle with chopped parsley.
3. Shrimp and Cherry Tomato Salad
Source: 2-kartinki.ruChoose large king prawns – it makes the salad look more impressive.
You will need: 300g cherry tomatoes, 300g shrimp, 90g basil, olive oil.
Preparation: Boil shrimp until cooked and peel them. Cut cherry tomatoes into quarters and mix everything with basil. Drizzle the salad with oil and season to taste.
4. Cherry Tomato and Mozzarella Salad
Source: dzen.ruProbably one of the most classic salads you can make with cherry tomatoes.
You will need: 250g cherry tomatoes, 120g mozzarella balls, 100g arugula or basil, 1 red onion, spices, olive oil.
Preparation: Slice the onion into feathers, and leave cherry tomatoes and mozzarella as they are or cut them in half. Arrange everything on arugula, drizzle with olive oil, and season.
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5. Cherry Tomato and Avocado Salad
Source: vk.comAnd if you chop it very finely, you can serve it in tartlets.
You will need: 1 avocado, 100g cherry tomatoes, 10g red onion, 1 clove garlic, 1/2 lemon, 2 tsp olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Roughly chop all vegetables and mince the garlic. Drizzle the salad with lemon juice to taste, pour oil, and season.
6. Cherry Tomato and Tuna Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruChoose tuna in its own juice – it's less fatty and healthier.
You will need: 150g canned tuna, 100g cherry tomatoes, 2 eggs, 2 handfuls of salad mix, 1 tsp each of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Preparation: Boil and slice the eggs into wedges. Halve the cherry tomatoes and flake the tuna with a fork. Arrange everything on salad greens and drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar.
7. Cherry Tomato and Broccoli Salad
Source: youtube.comA simple salad that healthy eating enthusiasts will love.
You will need: 400g broccoli, 400g cherry tomatoes, 50g sunflower seeds, 150g brined cheese, olive oil, garlic.
Preparation: Blanch broccoli florets for 7-10 minutes until tender, drain, and let cool. Halve the cherry tomatoes and cube the brined cheese. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and crushed garlic, and sprinkle with seeds.
8. Cherry Tomato and Apricot Salad
Source: korenovsk-rc.ruIf you're craving something unexpected – try this recipe.
You will need: 8 cherry tomatoes, 3 apricots, 3 figs, 1 tbsp chopped walnuts, 1 tbsp olive oil, 2 tsp balsamic vinegar, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 180g salad mix, 20g Parmesan.
Preparation: Halve the cherry tomatoes, and slice apricots and figs into wedges. You can use dried figs. Arrange everything on the salad mix. Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and mustard, and pour the dressing over the salad. Sprinkle with grated Parmesan and walnuts.
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9. Chicken, Bean, and Cherry Tomato Salad
Source: fb.ruAn excellent protein-rich salad – very filling and can easily replace lunch or dinner.
You will need: 400g canned beans, 200g chicken fillet, 200g cherry tomatoes, 100g feta, 1 cucumber, 20g each of green onions and parsley, 50ml olive oil, 1/2 lemon, spices.
Preparation: Boil or fry chicken until cooked. Dice all ingredients, chop the herbs, crumble the feta, and mix with the beans. Mix oil, lemon juice, and spices, and pour over the salad.
10. Calamari and Cherry Tomato Salad
Source: usalvatore.ruThis salad is simply the perfect choice for a special occasion.
You will need: 500g calamari, 250g cherry tomatoes, 100g salad greens, 100g leek, 50ml olive oil, 1 lemon, 1 tbsp grainy mustard, spices.
Preparation: Blanch calamari for 1-3 minutes in boiling water and slice them into rings. Cut cherry tomatoes into quarters, and leek into half-rings. Arrange everything on salad greens. Mix oil, mustard, lemon juice, and pour this dressing over the salad.
11. Cabbage and Cherry Tomato Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruYoung cabbage is best for this recipe because it's more tender.
You will need: 200g cabbage, 150g cherry tomatoes, 15g shallots, 60g mozzarella, 120g canned corn, 30ml olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Finely shred the cabbage, slice cherry tomatoes and mozzarella balls, and thinly slice the onion. Add corn and, if desired, chopped herbs. Dress the salad with oil and spices.
12. Cherry Tomato and Crouton Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruYou can use ready-made croutons or make your own with spices.
You will need: 300g cherry tomatoes, 100g hard cheese, 1 bunch of dill, 100g croutons, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Cut cherry tomatoes into quarters, and cheese into cubes. Chop the herbs, dress the salad with mayonnaise, and add croutons just before serving.
13. Cherry Tomato, Cilantro, and Mint Salad
Source: vk.comThis recipe has distinct and very original Georgian notes.
You will need: 1 bunch of cilantro, 10 mint sprigs, 250g cherry tomatoes, 1 red onion, 50ml olive oil, 1 pomegranate, 1 tbsp wine vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Cut cherry tomatoes into halves or quarters, and the onion into thin feathers. Finely chop cilantro and mint leaves, add pomegranate seeds. Drizzle the salad with oil and vinegar, and season.
14. Beef and Cherry Tomato Salad
Source: mykaleidoscope.ruYou can use any boiled meat of your choice following the same principle.
You will need: 150g boiled beef, 5 cherry tomatoes, 1 bunch of salad greens, 4 quail eggs, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp each of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and grainy mustard.
Preparation: Boil quail eggs for 4-5 minutes after boiling. Peel and halve them along with the cherry tomatoes. Slice the boiled meat into strips. Arrange everything on salad greens. Mix olive oil, mustard, balsamic vinegar, and crushed garlic, and pour this dressing over the salad.
15. Salmon and Cherry Tomato Salad
Source: twizz.ruSo simple and so delicious, with an original dressing.
You will need: 100g salmon, 6 cherry tomatoes, 1 red onion, 2 eggs, 60g salad greens, 70ml yogurt, 1 tsp mustard, 1 clove garlic, 1 tsp lemon juice.
Preparation: Hard-boil eggs and slice them into wedges. Halve the cherry tomatoes, dice the salmon, and slice the onion into feathers. Arrange everything on salad greens. Mix yogurt, mustard, lemon juice, spices, and crushed garlic, and pour over the salad.
16. Smoked Chicken and Cherry Tomato Salad
Source: suomimagazin.ruA very quick and at the same time quite elegant festive salad.
You will need: 200g smoked chicken, 100g hard cheese, 6-8 cherry tomatoes, 1 bunch of parsley, mayonnaise.
Preparation: Cut cherry tomatoes into quarters, and chicken and cheese into cubes. Chop the parsley and dress the salad with mayonnaise.
17. Cherry Tomato and Ham Salad
Source: pinterest.comAn easy salad recipe with various ingredients you might have on hand.
You will need: 250g ham, 150g cherry tomatoes, 2 eggs, 100g hard cheese, 50g red onion, mayonnaise, herbs.
Preparation: Hard-boil the eggs. Thinly slice the onion, chop the herbs, and cut the remaining ingredients into roughly equal pieces. Dress the salad with mayonnaise.
18. Cherry Tomato and Olive Salad
Source: kakprosto.ruAll lovers of Italian cuisine will surely enjoy this recipe.
You will need: 125g mozzarella balls, 400g cherry tomatoes, 1 can of olives, basil, parsley, 1 bunch of lettuce, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, spices.
Preparation: Halve cherry tomatoes and mozzarella, and slice olives into rings. Chop all the herbs, tear the lettuce leaves, and mix the salad. Drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar, and season.
19. Cherry Tomato and Grape Salad
Source: pinterest.comThis salad has such an interesting flavor that it's good even without dressing.
You will need: 1 avocado, 250g cherry tomatoes, 1 can of canned corn, 150g hard cheese, 120g green grapes.
Preparation: Cut cherry tomatoes into quarters, and avocado and cheese into cubes. Mix all ingredients and drizzle the salad with oil or balsamic vinegar if desired.
20. Cherry Tomato and Quail Egg Salad
Source: vseorukami.ruWith minimal ingredients, this salad looks very impressive.
You will need: 1 bunch of lettuce, 7 quail eggs, 8 cherry tomatoes, 130g chicken fillet, 1/2 red onion, 30g Parmesan, olive oil, spices.
Preparation: Boil quail eggs for 4-5 minutes after boiling and halve them along with the cherry tomatoes. Boil, bake, or fry chicken, then dice it. Thinly slice the onion, mix everything with lettuce, and add grated Parmesan. Drizzle the salad with olive oil and season.