Marinated Tomato Salad

Brighten up your table with this vibrant Marinated Tomato Salad, a refreshing medley of ripe, juicy tomatoes, crisp red onions, and fragrant basil ribbons, all gently bathed in a zesty olive oil and red wine vinegar dressing. This simple yet flavorful salad strikes the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and savory, thanks to a touch of honey and a hint of garlic. Ready in just 15 minutes plus marinating time, it's the ultimate fuss-free side dish or light appetizer, ideal for showcasing peak-season tomatoes. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for a delightful summer dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, fresh bread, or even on its own.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe tomatoes (mixed varieties, if possible)
• 0.5 red onion
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 clove garlic
• 1 teaspoon honey
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and core the tomatoes. Cut them into wedges or thick slices, depending on your preference. Place them into a large mixing bowl.

Step 2

Thinly slice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 3

Stack the basil leaves, roll them tightly, and slice them into thin ribbons (a technique called chiffonade). Add the basil to the tomato mixture.

Step 4

In a small bowl or jar, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, honey, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes (if using) to form the dressing.

Step 5

Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and onions. Gently toss everything together to ensure the vegetables are well coated with the marinade.

Step 6

Cover the bowl and let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Before serving, give the salad a gentle toss and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper, if needed.

Step 8

Serve chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish or light appetizer.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	885.5 grams (885.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	719

Total Fat 61.20g	78%
Saturated Fat 8.40g	42%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1222mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 43.50g	16%
Dietary Fiber 10.80g	39%
Total Sugars 28.10g
Protein 8.00g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 107mg	8%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1890mg	40%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.8%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 23.0%