Cherry Tomato Basil Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with flavor, this Cherry Tomato Basil Salad is the ultimate warm-weather recipe. Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and garlic, this salad comes together in just 10 minutes—no cooking required! Perfect for summer picnics, barbecues, or as a light side dish, it’s a celebration of simple, fresh ingredients at their best. With a delightful balance of sweetness, acidity, and herbal goodness, this salad is a quick and healthy choice that pairs beautifully with grilled meats, crusty bread, or fresh mozzarella. Indulge in a vibrant medley of flavors that’s as easy to prepare as it is to enjoy! Keywords: cherry tomato salad, basil salad, summer side dish, quick salad recipe, fresh tomato recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.25 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and let them dry. Slice each tomato in half and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Wash the fresh basil leaves, pat them dry with a paper towel, and gently tear them into smaller pieces. Add the torn basil to the bowl with the tomatoes.
In a small bowl or jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic clove, sea salt, and black pepper.
Whisk the dressing ingredients together or shake them in the jar until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and basil, then gently toss the salad to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and garnish with additional basil leaves, if desired. Serve immediately for the freshest flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
317 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 604 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.2 g | ||
| Protein | 3.3 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 64 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 793 mg | 17% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
