Moosewood Lemon Tomato Salad

Bright, zesty, and refreshingly simple, the Moosewood Lemon Tomato Salad is a vibrant celebration of fresh summer produce. Juicy, ripe tomatoes are paired with fragrant parsley and basil, thinly sliced red onion, and an irresistible lemon dressing made with olive oil, honey, and a hint of black pepper. With an optional topping of creamy, crumbled feta, this no-cook recipe comes together in just 15 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknights or leisurely gatherings. Whether served as a light side dish or the star of a Mediterranean-inspired meal, this salad's harmonious balance of tart, sweet, and savory flavors will delight your taste buds. Perfect for fans of quick, healthy, and flavor-packed dishes!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium Tomatoes
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh parsley
• 0.25 cup, chopped Fresh basil
• 2 tablespoons Lemon juice
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Honey
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon, freshly ground Black pepper
• 0.25 cup, thinly sliced Red onion
• 0.25 cup, crumbled Feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash and pat dry the tomatoes, parsley, and basil.

Step 2

Slice the tomatoes into wedges or thick rounds, depending on your presentation preference, and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Finely chop the parsley and basil, then add them to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons and mix it gently into the salad.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together the lemon juice, olive oil, honey, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 6

Drizzle the lemon dressing over the tomato mixture and toss gently to coat evenly.

Step 7

Optional: Crumble feta cheese over the salad for added creaminess and a savory flavor contrast.

Step 8

Let the salad rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	690.4 grams (690.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	688

Total Fat 56.60g	73%
Saturated Fat 15.70g	78%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.40g
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 1887mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 35.10g	13%
Dietary Fiber 7.30g	26%
Total Sugars 22.40g
Protein 13.70g	27%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 385mg	30%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1382mg	29%

*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: 72.3%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 19.9%