Simple Summer Tomato Salad
Bright, refreshing, and bursting with the flavors of peak-season ingredients, this Simple Summer Tomato Salad is the epitome of warm-weather dining. Featuring juicy, ripe tomatoes, zesty red onion, aromatic fresh basil, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinaigrette, this no-cook dish comes together in just 10 minutes, making it perfect for busy summer days. Optional fresh mozzarella adds a creamy touch, elevating the salad to a delightful light meal or side dish. Whether paired with crusty bread or served alongside grilled favorites, this easy tomato salad celebrates summer's bounty with simplicity and elegance.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 0.5 medium red onion
- 10 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 4 ounces fresh mozzarella (optional)
Instructions
Wash and core the tomatoes. Cut them into wedges or bite-sized pieces, depending on preference, and place them in a large serving bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add the onion slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Stack the basil leaves, roll them tightly, and slice them into thin ribbons (a technique known as chiffonade). Sprinkle the basil over the tomatoes and onions.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the tomato mixture and gently toss to coat all the ingredients evenly.
If desired, tear the fresh mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and fold it into the salad for added creaminess.
Allow the salad to sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Serve immediately as a side dish or enjoy with crusty bread for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
886 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.9 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 22.2 g | 111% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 81 mg | 27% | |
| Sodium | 1916 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 43.2 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.3 g | ||
| Protein | 32.0 g | 64% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 716 mg | 55% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 1983 mg | 42% | |
*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.
