Fresh Tomato and Cheese Curd Salad Recipe

Name: Fresh Tomato and Cheese Curd Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 5 large tomatoes, preferably heirloom, chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 4 ounces Herbed Croutons (page 243) or store-bought croutons (about 2 cups); 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro; 1 tablespoon thinly sliced fresh chives; 1 avocado, sliced; 8 ounces fresh cheese curds or fresh mozzarella, cut into 1/4-inch pieces (2 cups); 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Servings: persons

1
Place the tomatoes in a large bowl.
2
Add the salt, toss, and let rest for 5 minutes.
3
Drain the tomato liquid from the tomatoes into a small, nonreactive saucepan (see Note, page 28).
4
Cook the liquid slowly over medium heat until reduced by half, about 15 minutes.
5
Set the liquid aside in a small bowl to cool to room temperature.
6
Add the croutons, reduced tomato liquid, cilantro, chives, avocado, cheese curds, olive oil, vinegar, and black pepper to the tomatoes and gently toss.
7
Let stand for 3 minutes and then toss again.
8
Serve at room temperature.
9
The salad will keep, covered, for up to 2 days in the refrigerator; add the avocado just before serving.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 5 large tomatoes, preferably heirloom, chopped, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 4 ounces Herbed Croutons (page 243) or store-bought croutons (about 2 cups), 1 tablespoon minced fresh cilantro, and more.

Yes, Fresh Tomato and Cheese Curd Salad falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Fresh Tomato and Cheese Curd Salad

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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