Heart-Healthy Tomatensalat
Refreshingly vibrant and packed with heart-healthy ingredients, this German-inspired Heart-Healthy Tomatensalat is a celebration of simple, wholesome flavors. Featuring juicy cherry tomatoes, crisp cucumber, zesty red onion, and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this salad is tossed in a tangy homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and a touch of honey. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this dish is as quick as it is nutritious. Whether enjoyed as a light side dish or paired with whole-grain bread for a satisfying meal, this easy tomato salad delivers a burst of freshness and heart-friendly goodness in every bite. Perfect for healthy eating enthusiasts, it’s a must-try recipe for your next mealtime!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Cucumber
- 1 small Red onion
- 10 grams Fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Apple cider vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
1. Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and cut them in halves. Transfer them to a large salad bowl.
2. Peel the cucumber (if preferred) and slice it into thin rounds or half-moons. Add the slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.
3. Finely dice the red onion and add it to the salad bowl for a mild, zesty kick.
4. Chop the fresh parsley finely and sprinkle it over the vegetables for a bright and herby flavor.
5. In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, apple cider vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey. Grate or mince the garlic clove finely and mix it into the dressing.
6. Season the dressing with salt and freshly ground black pepper. Adjust the seasoning to taste, if needed.
7. Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss everything gently to ensure the vegetables are evenly coated.
8. Let the salad sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
9. Serve the Tomatensalat as a light side dish or enjoy it on its own with a slice of whole-grain bread for a filling, heart-healthy option.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
449 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.5 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1341 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.8 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.5 g | 34% | |
| Total Sugars | 27.0 g | ||
| Protein | 7.5 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 142 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.2 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1756 mg | 37% | |
*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.
