The fantasy of cherry tomatoes with salted ricotta is a simple Sicilian salad prepared with fresh cherry tomatoes and flavored with a sprinkle of salted sheep ricotta.
Small-sized classic cluster tomatoes or a mix of cherry cherry and date tomatoes are perfect for bringing to the table a cherry tomato salad rich in textures and flavors.
To make the salad more lively, use cherry tomatoes of different colors – red, orange, yellow, and dark – crunchy, sweet, and juicy.
I completed with salted sheep ricotta: consider this in the protein and fat count of your meal.
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 10 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
- cherry tomatoes (small-sized cluster)
- to taste basil
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch mixed peppercorns (with grinder)
- 1 drizzle extra virgin olive oil (raw)
- to taste salted ricotta (grated)
- to taste onion (Tropea)
Suggested Tools
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Bowl
Preparation
Tomatoes
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly.
Cut off and discard the stem end if desired.
Slice each berry vertically in half.Basil
Wash and dry the basil leaves, gently patting them with paper towels.Transfer the tomatoes to a bowl or salad bowl and dress with:
– salt;
– pepper;
– basil;
– a drizzle of oil;
and gently mix.Serve.
Grate salted ricotta to taste over the cherry tomato salad.Your fantasy of cherry tomatoes with salted ricotta is ready.
Enjoy your meal!
Storage, Tips, and Variations
The Sicilian salad also includes raw sliced onion, add it if you like.
You can accompany it with baby lettuce, arugula, lamb’s lettuce, or valerianella.
Prepare the ingredients, dress, and add the salted ricotta just before serving for extra freshness.
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What cheese can I use instead of salted ricotta?
Grana or Parmesan, primo sale or caciocavallo, pecorino, or a plant-based cheese for a vegan diet.
