Classic Fresh Tomato Salad
Savor the vibrant, sun-kissed flavors of summer with this Classic Fresh Tomato Salad, a simple yet elegant dish that celebrates the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes. This no-cook recipe combines juicy tomato slices, crisp red onion, fragrant basil, and creamy mozzarella balls, all adorned with a tangy red wine vinegar and extra-virgin olive oil dressing. Perfectly seasoned with sea salt and black pepper, this salad is the epitome of freshness and is ready in just 15 minutes. Ideal as a light appetizer or a refreshing side dish, it’s a versatile addition to any meal and a true showcase of wholesome, Mediterranean-inspired ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 8 ounce mozzarella balls
Instructions
Wash and dry the tomatoes thoroughly. Cut them into 1/2-inch thick slices and arrange them on a large serving platter.
Peel the red onion, and thinly slice half of it. Distribute the onion slices evenly over the tomatoes.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the tomatoes and onions.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing evenly over the tomato mixture on the platter.
Season the salad with sea salt and black pepper to taste.
Cut the mozzarella balls in half, and scatter them over the salad.
Gently toss the salad to combine and let it sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the salad as a side dish or a light appetizer, enjoying its fresh and summery flavors.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
495 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.8 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.7 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1002 mg | 44% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.2 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.5 g | 30% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 86 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1547 mg | 33% | |
*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.
