Tomato Salad with Olives and Onion
Elevate your summer table with this vibrant Tomato Salad with Olives and Onion, a Mediterranean-inspired dish bursting with fresh, bold flavors. Juicy, ripe tomatoes form the base of this refreshing salad, complemented by the sweet sharpness of thinly sliced red onion and the briny richness of Kalamata olives. Fresh basil leaves provide a fragrant herbal note, while a simple vinaigrette made with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar ties everything together with a tangy, savory finish. This no-cook recipe is ready in just 15 minutes, making it the perfect side dish for busy weeknights or alfresco gatherings. Serve it chilled or at room temperature to enjoy a true taste of the Mediterranean. Keywords: tomato salad, Mediterranean recipe, Kalamata olives, fresh basil, easy summer recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large Tomatoes
- 1 medium Red onion
- 0.5 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the tomatoes. Cut them into bite-sized chunks and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Peel the red onion and slice it into thin rings or half-moons, depending on your preference. Add the sliced onion to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Slice the Kalamata olives in half lengthwise and add them to the bowl. If the olives are pitted, ensure to remove the pits first.
Roughly chop or tear the fresh basil leaves and mix them into the salad for a fragrant herbaceous flavor.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and gently toss all the ingredients together until evenly coated.
Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if necessary.
Serve the tomato salad immediately or cover and refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
838 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 74.1 g | 95% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.9 g | 50% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2634 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 44.5 g | 16% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 17.2 g | 61% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.3 g | ||
| Protein | 6.6 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 212 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 1580 mg | 34% | |
*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.
