Brighten up your meals with this Weight Watchers Tomato Salad with Red Onion and Basil, a fresh and vibrant side dish that's full of flavor and only 2 points per serving! This quick and easy recipe combines juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy red onion, and fragrant fresh basil, all brought together with a light drizzle of balsamic vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Ready in just 10 minutes with no cooking required, it's the perfect summer salad or accompaniment to your favorite grilled dishes. Seasoned simply with salt and black pepper, this healthy, low-calorie salad is ideal for those looking to enjoy clean, satisfying flavors without the guilt. Perfectly balanced and refreshingly light, it can be served immediately or chilled to let the flavors meld beautifully.
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes. Place them in a medium-sized mixing bowl.
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Add the slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Chop or tear the fresh basil leaves into small pieces. Add them to the bowl with the tomatoes and onions.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar and olive oil over the vegetables.
Sprinkle the salt and black pepper over the mixture and gently toss everything together until evenly combined.
Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld before serving.
Calories |
217 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 14.7 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.1 g | 11% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 615 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.0 g | 18% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.6 g | 7% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 67 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 860 mg | 18% | |
*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.