Whole30 Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad
Bright, refreshing, and effortlessly simple, this Whole30 Fresh Tomato and Onion Salad is a vibrant celebration of summer's best produce. Juicy, ripe tomatoes and crisp red onions are the stars of this dish, brought to life with a tangy red wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil dressing. Fresh basil leaves add an aromatic burst of flavor, while a sprinkle of salt and black pepper ties everything together. Perfect as a quick, healthy side dish, this salad is totally Whole30-approved, gluten-free, and ready in just 15 minutes. Whether served immediately or allowed to marinate for an extra flavor boost, this recipe highlights clean eating at its most delicious.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium fresh tomatoes
- 1 medium red onion
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 10 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water. Pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Cut the tomatoes into wedges or bite-sized chunks and place them in a large salad bowl. If the tomatoes are particularly juicy, you may want to remove some of the seeds.
Peel the red onion and slice it thinly. Separate the slices into individual rings and add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar until well combined.
Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and onions, gently tossing them to ensure they are evenly coated.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the salad bowl.
Season the salad with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Toss the salad gently again to mix the basil and seasoning throughout the dish.
Serve immediately or allow the salad to marinate in the refrigerator for 15-30 minutes for enhanced flavor.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
97 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 6.8 g | 9% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.0 g | 5% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 252 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.1 g | ||
| Protein | 1.7 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 25 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 0.6 mg | 3% | |
| Potassium | 405 mg | 9% | |
*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.
