German Tomato Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with flavor, German Tomato Salad is the ultimate summer side dish. Made with juicy, ripe tomatoes, thinly sliced red onions, and a zesty dressing of white wine vinegar, extra virgin olive oil, and a touch of sugar, this no-cook recipe celebrates simplicity and high-quality ingredients. Fresh parsley and chives add a fragrant, herbaceous finish, while a quick 10-minute marination allows the vibrant flavors to meld beautifully. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad pairs perfectly with grilled meats, sausages, or crusty bread, making it an ideal choice for barbecues, picnics, or light meals. If you're looking for an easy, authentic German-inspired dish, this tomato salad is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 3 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons fresh chives
- 2 tablespoons white wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cold water
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water. Slice them into evenly-sized wedges or thick slices, depending on your preference. Transfer to a large bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-rings. Add the onions to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and chives. Set aside for garnish and flavoring.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the white wine vinegar, olive oil, sugar, salt, black pepper, and cold water. Whisk the mixture until the sugar dissolves and the dressing is well-emulsified.
Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and onions. Gently toss the salad with a spoon or clean hands to ensure the dressing coats all the ingredients evenly.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley and chives over the salad as a garnish.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the salad to marinate at room temperature for about 10 minutes to let the flavors meld together.
Serve the German Tomato Salad as a side dish with grilled meats, sausages, or fresh bread for a classic German-style meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
116 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 10.0 g | 13% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5 g | 8% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 6.2 g | 2% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.7 g | 6% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.2 g | 2% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 19 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 316 mg | 7% | |
*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.
