Nut-Free Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad
Bright, zesty, and effortlessly simple, this Nut-Free Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad is a celebration of fresh, seasonal ingredients. Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp red onion, and aromatic basil, this vibrant salad is drizzled with a luscious dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, and a hint of lemon zest for a citrusy pop. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, it’s the perfect quick and refreshing side dish for summer barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. Free from nuts and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this healthy salad pairs beautifully with grilled meats or stands out as a light, plant-based appetizer. With its stunning presentation and fresh zest, it’s a recipe you'll return to again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Start by washing the ripe tomatoes and fresh basil leaves thoroughly under cool running water to remove any dirt or residue.
Slice the tomatoes into thin wedges and transfer them into a large mixing bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it into very thin rings. Add these to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Stack the basil leaves together, then roll them up tightly, and slice into thin ribbons to create a chiffonade. Add the basil to the mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, white wine vinegar, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the tomato and onion mixture. Gently toss the ingredients together until everything is well coated with the dressing.
Add the lemon zest over the salad for a burst of fresh citrus flavor.
Serve immediately or let it sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. Pair with grilled meats or enjoy as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.2 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1193 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 32.6 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 96 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 1400 mg | 30% | |
*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.
