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Roasted vegetables with shaved ricotta salata cheese

Ricotta Salata Cheese: A Tangy, Savory Gem You Need in Your Kitchen

A vibrant heirloom tomato salad tossed with olive oil, fresh basil, and shaved ricotta salata cheese. It’s salty, savory, and satisfying—a perfect side for grilled fish or crusty bread.

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale

4 heirloom tomatoes, sliced

1/4 cup ricotta salata cheese, crumbled or shaved

1/4 red onion, thinly sliced

10 kalamata olives, pitted and halved

2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

1 tablespoon red wine vinegar

Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Fresh basil leaves, torn

Instructions

1. Slice the heirloom tomatoes into thick rounds and layer them on a large serving platter.

2. Top with red onion slices, olives, and ricotta salata.

3. Drizzle with olive oil and red wine vinegar.

4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5. Garnish with torn basil leaves and serve immediately.

Notes

Ricotta salata adds a salty richness, so go easy on the salt until after tasting.

This salad pairs wonderfully with grilled shrimp, chicken, or a crusty baguette.

  • Author: hafsa saffaji
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 plate
  • Calories: 140
  • Sugar: 3g
  • Sodium: 330mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 6g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 6g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 15mg

Keywords: ricotta salata cheese, tomato salad, Mediterranean salad