Low Fat Fresh Tomato Salad with Herb Vinaigrette
Brighten up your table with this irresistibly fresh and healthy *Low Fat Fresh Tomato Salad with Herb Vinaigrette*! Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the subtle bite of red onion, and the aromatic goodness of fresh basil and parsley, this vibrant salad is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients. The star of the dish is the homemade herb vinaigrette—a tangy and slightly sweet blend of extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey, perfectly balanced with a splash of lemon juice. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this low-fat, gluten-free, and vegetarian recipe is an effortless way to add color, flavor, and nutrition to any meal. Serve it as a light side dish, pair it with grilled protein, or enjoy it on its own for a healthy, satisfying bite. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, this delicious tomato salad is as nutritious as it is refreshing!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium fresh tomatoes
- 0.5 red onion
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 10 fresh parsley leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
Instructions
Start by washing and drying the fresh tomatoes. On a cutting board, slice the tomatoes into wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion, then add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Chop the fresh basil and parsley leaves. Add them to the salad bowl and gently toss to mix.
In a small bowl, prepare the herb vinaigrette. Combine the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice.
Whisk the vinaigrette ingredients together until well combined and emulsified.
Drizzle the herb vinaigrette over the tomato salad in the bowl.
Gently toss the salad to ensure all ingredients are coated with the vinaigrette.
Allow the salad to sit for a few minutes to let the flavors meld before serving. Serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
788 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 38.1 g | 49% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.1 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1667 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.9 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 43.5 g | 155% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.5 g | ||
| Protein | 41.5 g | 83% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 2097 mg | 161% | |
| Iron | 79.8 mg | 443% | |
| Potassium | 8477 mg | 180% | |
*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.
