Fresh Herb and Tomato Salad
Refresh your palate with this vibrant Fresh Herb and Tomato Salad, a celebration of ripe cherry tomatoes and fragrant garden-fresh herbs. This quick and easy recipe combines juicy tomatoes with a medley of basil, parsley, and chives, all brought together by a zesty dressing made from extra-virgin olive oil, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and a touch of garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes and requiring no cooking, this light and flavorful salad is perfect as a summertime side dish, a healthy lunch option, or a stunning addition to any dinner table. Bursting with fresh flavors, this salad is simple yet elegant, making it a must-try for lovers of seasonal ingredients and Mediterranean-inspired cuisine.
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Ingredients
- 500 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 20 grams Fresh basil leaves
- 15 grams Fresh parsley
- 10 grams Fresh chives
- 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Lemon juice
- 1 small Garlic clove
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Slice each tomato in half and transfer to a large mixing bowl.
Step 2
Rinse the fresh basil, parsley, and chives. Gently pat them dry with a paper towel. Roughly chop the parsley and chives. Tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces by hand.
Step 3
Peel the garlic clove and finely mince it or grate it using a microplane.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.
Step 5
Drizzle the dressing over the tomatoes in the mixing bowl. Add the chopped herbs to the bowl as well.
Step 6
Gently toss all the ingredients together until the tomatoes are well coated, and the herbs are evenly dispersed.
Step 7
Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.
Step 8
Serve immediately or let the salad rest for 10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 607.1 grams (607.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 474 |
| Total Fat 41.90g | 54% |
| Saturated Fat 5.80g | 29% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1223mg | 53% |
| Total Carbohydrate 23.90g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.90g | 28% |
| Total Sugars 13.60g | |
| Protein 6.30g | 13% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 132mg | 10% |
| Iron 4mg | 21% |
| Potassium 1450mg | 31% |
Source of Calories