Tomato Basil Salad

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, this Tomato Basil Salad is the perfect dish to celebrate the taste of summer. Featuring juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a simple dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, this salad comes together in just 10 minutes and requires no cooking. A touch of minced garlic, a sprinkle of salt and black pepper, and the optional creaminess of fresh mozzarella elevate this classic recipe into an elegant yet easy side dish or light appetizer. Perfect for picnics, dinner parties, or weeknight meals, this colorful salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Simple, wholesome, and utterly satisfying, it’s the ultimate way to enjoy seasonal ingredients.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 10 min
• Cook Time: N/A
• Total Time: 10 min
• Servings: 4 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

8 items

• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (optional)

📝 Instructions

10 steps

1. Wash and pat dry the tomatoes and basil leaves.

2. Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges or slices, depending on your preference.

3. Finely chop the garlic clove.

4. In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomato slices and basil leaves.

5. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes and basil.

6. Add the chopped garlic, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.

7. If using fresh mozzarella, slice it and add it to the salad.

8. Gently toss all the ingredients until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.

9. Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates.

10. Serve immediately as a side dish or light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (234.6g)

Calories		298
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		22.5 g	29%
	Saturated Fat	9.6 g	48%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		41 mg	14%
Sodium		606 mg	26%
Total Carbohydrate		9.4 g	3%
	Dietary Fiber	2.3 g	8%
	Total Sugars	6.6 g
Protein		14.1 g	28%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		342 mg	26%
Iron		1.4 mg	8%
Potassium		455 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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 812 cal (68.4%%)

Protein: 225 cal (19.0%%)

Carbs: 149 cal (12.6%%)