Russian Tomatoes and Gherkins
Brighten up your table with a refreshing and zesty bowl of Russian Tomatoes and Gherkins—a quick, no-cook salad bursting with vibrant flavors and textures. This 15-minute recipe combines juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes with tangy pickled gherkins, crisp red onions, and a sprinkle of fresh dill for a subtle herbal aroma. A simple yet flavorful dressing of olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper ties everything together, creating the perfect balance of acidity and richness. Serve this versatile salad as a crisp side dish to your main meal, or enjoy it chilled for a light, refreshing snack. With its minimal prep time and bold flavor profile, this easy-to-make Russian-inspired dish is sure to become a favorite addition to your recipe collection! Keywords: Russian salad, tomatoes and gherkins, fresh dill dressing, quick no-cook recipe, healthy side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 6 small pickled gherkins
- 1 small red onion
- 2 tablespoons fresh dill
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash and dry the tomatoes, then cut them into bite-sized wedges.
Slice the pickled gherkins into thin rounds.
Peel the red onion and slice it into thin half-moons.
Chop the fresh dill finely.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomato wedges, gherkin slices, and onion slices.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.
Sprinkle the chopped dill over the salad and give it a final toss.
Transfer the salad to a serving dish and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve immediately as a side dish or chilled for later.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
366 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.4 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3382 mg | 147% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 23.9 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.9 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 91 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1422 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.
