Fresh, easy, and totally delicious tomato salad! Made with a handful of simple ingredients, this summer salad comes together in just 5 minutes. Fresh tomatoes, basil, and red onion finished off with a sweet balsamic glaze – YUM!
What You’ll Need to Make Tomato Salad
Tomatoes – Use any variety of tomato you’d like in this recipe! I used heirloom tomatoes, cut into wedges. However, I’ve also made this salad with cherry tomatoes and it was just as incredible.
Fresh Basil – Tomatoes and fresh basil are the perfect pair! Grab a small handful of fresh basil leaves, and stack them on top of each other. Then, gently roll the leaves (like you would a cigar), and run a knife through the basil creating thin basil “ribbons.” Or, if that’s too much work for you, simply grab a handful of basil and gently tear it, then toss into your salad!
Red Onion – Or really any kind of onion! A sweet yellow onion would also taste delicious, it’s totally up to you.
Balsamic – A touch of acidity brings out the fresh flavors in this easy plant-based salad recipe. I LOVE a sweet, yet savory balsamic glaze, but a drizzle of regular balsamic vinegar will also do the trick!
Tips and Tricks
- Toss your tomato salad together, then refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving. This rest time will allow the tomatoes to marinate in all of their delicious flavor. And remember, the longer your salad sits, the more flavorful it’ll be!
- Have fun with this recipe, and don’t be afraid to make it your own! Add or remove anything you’d like. This salad is super simple, and should remain uncomplicated.
Delicious Additions
Any or all of the following would make delicious additions to your tomato salad!
- Fresh Cucumber
- Chickpeas
- Grilled Chicken
- Mozzarella Cheese
This side dish is vegan, plant-based, gluten-free, and dairy-free!
Simple Tomato Salad
Course: SidesDifficulty: Easy6
servings5
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minutesFresh, easy, and totally delicious tomato salad! Made with a handful of simple ingredients, this summer salad comes together in just 5 minutes. Fresh tomatoes, basil, and red onion finished off with a sweet balsamic glaze – YUM!
Ingredients
1 pound tomatoes (I recommend cherry, grape, and/or heirloom tomatoes), sliced
1/4 cup fresh basil, sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, or balsamic glaze
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Directions
- Arrange the sliced tomatoes, fresh basil, and red onion on a large platter or in a large bowl.
- Top with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper then cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes before serving.
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