Keto Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad
Bright, zesty, and packed with fresh flavors, this Keto Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad is a quick and easy side dish that highlights the natural sweetness of cherry tomatoes and the mild tang of red onions. Tossed with a simple yet flavorful dressing of extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar, and finished with aromatic fresh basil and a hint of garlic powder, this salad is a low-carb, keto-friendly masterpiece. It’s ready in just 15 minutes and requires no cooking, making it perfect for busy weeknights, picnics, or any occasion that calls for a refreshing, wholesome addition to your meal. Serve it as a light starter or pair it with your favorite grilled proteins for an unbeatable combination.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes under cold running water and pat them dry with a clean towel. Halve the tomatoes and place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion into rings. Add the sliced onions to the bowl with the tomatoes.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar. Continue whisking until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and onions in the salad bowl.
Gently tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the salad bowl.
Sprinkle the salt, black pepper, and garlic powder over the salad.
Using a pair of salad tongs, toss all the ingredients together gently until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing and seasonings.
Let the salad sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together before serving.
Serve the salad as a refreshing starter or side dish. Enjoy your Keto Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
328 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1202 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 18.8 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.1 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 10.6 g | ||
| Protein | 3.7 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 62 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 842 mg | 18% | |
*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.
