My Quick and Easy Tomato Salad

Brighten up your summer meals with "My Quick and Easy Tomato Salad," a fresh and flavorful dish that comes together in just 10 minutes. Bursting with juicy ripe tomatoes, tangy red onion slices, and fragrant fresh basil, this simple salad is elevated by a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and sweet balsamic vinegar, perfectly seasoned with a touch of salt and pepper. For an optional creamy twist, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top, adding a deliciously savory contrast. With no cooking required, this vibrant tomato salad is ideal for busy weeknights, backyard barbecues, or as a refreshing side dish for any meal. Perfect for those seeking light, healthy, and easy summer recipes, this quick tomato salad is a surefire crowd-pleaser!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized ripe tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1.5 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 cups crumbled feta cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the tomatoes and pat them dry. Slice them into bite-sized wedges and transfer to a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-moons. Add the onion slices to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 3

Rinse the fresh basil leaves, pat them dry, and tear them into smaller pieces by hand. Toss them into the salad bowl.

Step 4

Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes and onions.

Step 5

Sprinkle the salt and black pepper evenly over the salad and gently toss everything together using tongs or salad spoons.

Step 6

If desired, sprinkle crumbled feta cheese on top for added flavor and texture.

Step 7

Serve the salad immediately or let it rest for 5-10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	739.4 grams (739.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	688

Total Fat 57.10g	73%
Saturated Fat 15.00g	75%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 53mg	18%
Sodium 1890mg	82%
Total Carbohydrate 36.70g	13%
Dietary Fiber 8.10g	29%
Total Sugars 22.10g
Protein 15.00g	30%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 395mg	30%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1451mg	31%

*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: 71.3%

Protein: 8.3%

Carbs: 20.4%