Dairy-Free Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad
Bright, refreshing, and completely dairy-free, this Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad is the perfect side dish to elevate any meal. Bursting with natural sweetness from ripe tomatoes and a crisp bite from thinly sliced red onion, this salad is balanced with vibrant parsley and a tangy homemade vinaigrette featuring olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and a hint of sugar. Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking time, it’s ideal for warm-weather gatherings or quick weeknight dinners. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to enjoy the fresh, bold flavors in every bite. With its simplicity and healthy ingredients, this salad is a fantastic addition to vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free menus.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 0.5 bunch fresh parsley
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
Instructions
Wash all the fresh produce thoroughly under cold running water.
Core and slice the tomatoes into thin wedges and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings. Add the onion slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Chop the fresh parsley finely and add it to the tomatoes and onions in the bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and sugar until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the tomato and onion mixture. Toss gently to coat all the ingredients evenly.
Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld together.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary, adding more salt, pepper, or lemon juice as desired.
Serve the salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
574 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1238 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.0 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.4 g | ||
| Protein | 8.7 g | 17% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 2203 mg | 47% | |
*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.
