Baked Tomato Salad with Nuts and Bacon

4 servings

30 minutes

Roasted tomato salad with nuts and bacon is a true gastronomic feast inspired by the richness of Spanish cuisine. Roasted tomatoes reveal their sweet, rich depth while crispy bacon adds a salty, smoky note. Pine nuts provide a subtle nutty aroma that pairs beautifully with the creaminess of goat cheese. The dressing made from olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and mustard brings the ingredients together in a harmonious ensemble of flavors. This salad is perfect as a standalone dish or an elegant appetizer for a Mediterranean-style dinner. Light yet nutritious, it pairs wonderfully with a glass of white wine, enhancing its freshness and sophistication.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 847.4
• Proteins: 30g
• Fats: 72.3g
• Carbohydrates: 18.9g

Ingredients

• Tomatoes: 12 pc
• Bacon: 250 g
• Goat cheese: 200 g
• Olive oil: 5 tbsp
• Garlic: 1 clove
• Pine nuts: 50 g
• Mixed salad leaves: 200 g
• Dijon mustard: 2 tsp
• Salt: to taste
• Ground black pepper: to taste
• Balsamic vinegar: 1 tbsp

Cooking steps

1. Grill or bake tomatoes with garlic. Cut into wedges.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 12 pieces
   • Garlic: 1 clove

2. Slice the bacon into thin strips and fry in a dry pan.

   Required ingredients:

   • Bacon: 250 g

3. Roast pine nuts in a dry skillet.

   Required ingredients:

   • Pine nuts: 50 g

4. Crumble the goat cheese.

   Required ingredients:

   • Goat cheese: 200 g

5. Whisk olive oil with vinegar and mustard. Add salt and pepper.

   Required ingredients:

   • Olive oil: 5 tablespoon
   • Balsamic vinegar: 1 tablespoon
   • Dijon mustard: 2 teaspoons
   • Salt:  to taste
   • Ground black pepper:  to taste

6. Mix all the ingredients and dress the salad.

   Required ingredients:

   • Mixed salad leaves: 200 g