Marinated Tomato Salad
Brighten up your table with this vibrant Marinated Tomato Salad, a refreshing medley of ripe, juicy tomatoes, crisp red onions, and fragrant basil ribbons, all gently bathed in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. This simple yet flavorful salad strikes the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory, thanks to a touch of honey and a hint of garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes plus marinating time, it's the ultimate fuss-free side dish or light appetizer, ideal for showcasing peak-season tomatoes. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a delightful summer dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, fresh bread, or even on its own.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes (mixed varieties, if possible)
- 0.5 red onion
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash and core the tomatoes. Cut them into wedges or thick slices, depending on your preference. Place them into a large mixing bowl.
Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Stack the basil leaves, roll them tightly, and slice them into thin ribbons (a technique called chiffonade). Add the basil to the tomato mixture.
In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, honey, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) to form the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and onions. Gently toss everything together to ensure the vegetables are well coated with the marinade.
Cover the bowl and let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together.
Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
178 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.2 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 253 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 10.2 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.7 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.6 g | ||
| Protein | 2.0 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 29 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 471 mg | 10% | |
*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.
