Tomato and Onion Salad
Bright, vibrant, and bursting with fresh flavor, this easy Tomato and Onion Salad is the perfect side dish for any meal. Featuring juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp red onion, and fragrant fresh basil, this salad delivers a refreshing medley of textures and tastes. A simple dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and zesty lemon juice elevates the natural sweetness of the produce, while a pinch of salt and black pepper ties the flavors together. Ready in just 15 minutes with zero cooking required, this healthy recipe is ideal for busy weeknights or summer gatherings. Serve chilled or at room temperature to complement grilled dishes, pasta, or as a light appetizer. Keywords: fresh salad, tomato onion salad, basil dressing, quick side dish.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 10 whole fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Core the tomatoes and cut them into thin wedges. Set aside in a large salad bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings. Add the onion slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice until well combined.
Pour the olive oil and lemon juice dressing over the tomatoes and onions in the salad bowl.
Gently mix the salad to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed over the vegetables.
Add the fresh basil leaves to the salad, tearing them into smaller pieces if desired.
Season the salad with salt and ground black pepper to taste, and give it a final gentle toss.
Allow the salad to sit for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.
Serve the tomato and onion salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
399 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.5 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.7 g | 18% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1210 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.4 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.7 g | ||
| Protein | 7.6 g | 15% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 147 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 1539 mg | 33% | |
*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.
