Za Atar Marinated Tomato Salad Recipes

ZA'ATAR-SPICED STEAK SALAD

Steps:

• Preheat the oven to 400˚ F. Toss the pita pieces with 1 tablespoon olive oil and a pinch of salt on a baking sheet. Bake until golden brown and crisp, 5 to 7 minutes.
• Meanwhile, combine the feta, garlic, lemon juice, 2 teaspoons za'atar and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a food processor. Puree until thick and smooth.
• Whisk the pepperoncini brine, lemon zest and 3 tablespoons olive oil in a large bowl. Stir in the chopped pepperoncini and cherry tomatoes.
• Place the steak pieces between 2 pieces of plastic wrap or parchment and pound with the flat side of a meat mallet or a heavy skillet until about 3/4 inch thick. Season all over with salt and pepper. Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the steak and cook 3 to 4 minutes per side for medium rare. Transfer to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes, then slice against the grain.
• Add the romaine and toasted pita to the tomato mixture and toss; season with salt and pepper. Divide among shallow bowls. Top with the steak and sprinkle with more za'atar. Serve with the whipped feta.

SUMMER CORN, TOMATO, AND SALMON SALAD WITH ZA'ATAR DRESSING

Steps:

• Generously salt a large pot of water (it should taste like the ocean). Thinly slice half of 1 lemon and add to water along with garlic, thyme, and bay leaves. Bring to a boil, then let boil at least 3 minutes and up to 10 to infuse water.
• Meanwhile, whisk oil, 3 Tbsp. lemon juice, 4 tsp. za'atar, and 1 tsp. salt in a small bowl.
• Add corn to boiling water and cook until bright yellow and tender, about 6 minutes. Transfer to a plate.
• Reduce heat to low, gently add salmon, and poach just until cooked through, about 5 minutes. Transfer to a cutting board with a slotted spoon or spatula and flake into chunks.
• Meanwhile, slice corn off cob into a large bowl. Add tomatoes and onion, then toss with 1/2 cup dressing.
• Add flaked salmon to corn mixture and toss very gently just to coat with dressing. Transfer to a serving platter or divide among plates. Top with arugula, then drizzle with remaining dressing. Serve with additional za'atar alongside.

TOMATO AND CUCUMBER SALAD WITH PITA BREAD AND ZA'ATAR

Steps:

• Stir together tomatoes, cucumber, scallions, parsley, and salt and pepper to taste. Squeeze lemon juice over salad and stir. Drizzle oil over salad and stir.

ZA'ATAR

Steps:

• Place a small skillet over medium heat. Add the sesame seeds to the skillet and toast, stirring, until fragrant, 2 to 4 minutes. Pour into a small bowl and set aside to cool.
• Using a spice grinder, clean coffee grinder, or mortar and pestle, ground the za'atar leaves with the sumac and salt. Add to the bowl with toasted sesame and mix well. Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place for up to 1 year.

EASY MARINATED TOMATO SALAD

Steps:

• In a medium bowl, combine all ingredients except parmesan cheese.
• Cover and marinate refrigerated for 1 to 24 hours.
• Just before serving, top with parmesan cheese.

ZA'ATAR ZOODLE SALAD

Steps:

• Put zucchini noodles in a large bowl; snip into 4- to 6-inch lengths using kitchen shears. Add tomatoes, carrot, and chives. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and oil and sprinkle with za'atar and salt; toss to combine. Sprinkle with Parmesan. Serve immediately or chill, covered, for up to 1 day.

ZA'ATAR CHICKEN SALAD WITH LEMON-TAHINI DRESSING

Steps:

• Mix 2 tablespoons lemon juice, olive oil, za'atar, garlic, salt, and pepper together in a gallon-sized plastic zip-top bag. Add chicken tenders and refrigerate, turning occasionally, 30 minutes to 12 hours.
• Preheat an outdoor grill for medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
• Place chicken tenders on the grate, reduce heat to medium, and cover. Grill until an instant-read thermometer inserted into the thickest part of a tender registers 165 degrees F (74 degrees C), 4 to 5 minutes per side.
• Remove chicken from grill and let rest. Prepare the salad in the meantime; place romaine pieces in a large bowl and add tomatoes, bell pepper, cucumber, and carrot.
• Combine lemon zest and juice, tahini, water, garlic, and date in the bowl of a mini food processor or a blender. Pulse several times, adding water by tablespoons if necessary, until desired consistency is achieved. Season with salt and pepper. Pour dressing into the salad bowl and toss.
• Divide salad between plates. Slice each chicken tender crosswise into 1/4-inch slices and place over the salads. Garnish with chives and mint.