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Tomato Salad Recipe

The Ultimate Tomato Salad Recipe

This fresh and vibrant tomato salad highlights the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes with red onions, olive oil, red wine vinegar, and fresh herbs. A quick and easy summer side dish!

  • Total Time: 10 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 1½ pounds tomatoes, cut into wedges
  • ⅓ cup thinly sliced red onion
  • 1½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more to taste
  • ¼ cup Gremolata (lemon zest, garlic, and parsley)
  • Fresh basil leaves, for garnish
  • Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Slice the tomatoes into wedges and thinly slice the red onion.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together red wine vinegar, olive oil, salt, and black pepper.
  3. Add the tomatoes and red onion, tossing to coat evenly.
  4. Arrange the salad on a serving platter and sprinkle with gremolata.
  5. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Use a mix of heirloom, cherry, and Roma tomatoes for variety. For a milder onion flavor, soak red onions in cold water for 10 minutes before adding to the salad.

  • Author: Alexandra Roa
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 250mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 12g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 2g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: tomato salad, summer salad, fresh tomato recipe, easy side dish