Tomato salad with Sa'atar and Feta

• 450 g tomatoes (about 3 medium sized)
• 350 g mixed cherry tomatoes
• 1 lemon, juice and zest
• 1 clove garlic, finely chopped
• 6 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tbsp za'atar
• 50 g pine nuts
• 2 tsp honey (or more to taste)
• 100 g Greek feta, crumbled
• Bunch of basil leaves
• Bunch of mint leaves

Step 1: Prepare the tomatoes

• Cut the medium tomatoes into wedges and halve the cherry tomatoes.
• Place all the tomatoes in a large bowl.

Step 2: Roast the pine nuts

• Heat a dry frying pan over medium heat.
• Add the pine nuts and toast them, stirring, for 3-4 minutes, until golden brown. Be careful not to burn them. Remove from heat and set aside.

Step 3: Make the dressing

• Grate the lemon for the zest and squeeze the juice. Add both to a small bowl.
• Add the minced garlic, 6 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp za'atar, honey and a pinch of salt and pepper to the bowl.
• Beat everything together well until you have a smooth dressing.

Step 4: Mix the salad

• Add the crumbled feta, basil, mint and toasted pine nuts to the tomatoes.
• Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine all the ingredients.

Step 5: Serving

• Divide the tomato salad among plates and serve immediately for a fresh, crunchy bite.

Enjoy your meal!