Delicious and Healthy Roasted Tomato Salad

This roasted tomato salad is a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for summer. The tomatoes are roasted to perfection, bringing out their natural sweetness, and combined with fresh herbs, tangy feta cheese, and a zesty vinaigrette. It's a refreshing and light salad that can be served as a side dish or enjoyed on its own.

Ingredients

• 2 pounds cherry tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves, chopped
• 1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Place the cherry tomatoes on a baking sheet. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Toss to coat.
3. Roast the tomatoes in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, until they are slightly blistered and tender.
4. While the tomatoes are roasting, prepare the vinaigrette. In a small bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, Dijon mustard, honey, and extra virgin olive oil. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Remove the roasted tomatoes from the oven and let them cool slightly.
6. In a large salad bowl, combine the roasted tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh parsley, and crumbled feta cheese.
7. Drizzle the vinaigrette over the salad and toss gently to combine.
8. Serve the roasted tomato salad immediately and enjoy!

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