Russian Tomatoes and Gherkins

Brighten up your table with a refreshing and zesty bowl of Russian Tomatoes and Gherkins—a quick, no-cook salad bursting with vibrant flavors and textures. This 15-minute recipe combines juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes with tangy pickled gherkins, crisp red onions, and a sprinkle of fresh dill for a subtle herbal aroma. A simple yet flavorful dressing of olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper ties everything together, creating the perfect balance of acidity and richness. Serve this versatile salad as a crisp side dish to your main meal, or enjoy it chilled for a light, refreshing snack. With its minimal prep time and bold flavor profile, this easy-to-make Russian-inspired dish is sure to become a favorite addition to your recipe collection! Keywords: Russian salad, tomatoes and gherkins, fresh dill dressing, quick no-cook recipe, healthy side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 6 small pickled gherkins
• 1 small red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh dill
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash and dry the tomatoes, then cut them into bite-sized wedges.

Step 2

Slice the pickled gherkins into thin rounds.

Step 3

Peel the red onion and slice it into thin half-moons.

Step 4

Chop the fresh dill finely.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomato wedges, gherkin slices, and onion slices.

Step 6

In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, white wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 7

Pour the dressing over the vegetables and toss gently to combine.

Step 8

Sprinkle the chopped dill over the salad and give it a final toss.

Step 9

Transfer the salad to a serving dish and let it rest for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a side dish or chilled for later.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	722.1 grams (722.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	366

Total Fat 29.40g	38%
Saturated Fat 4.50g	23%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3382mg	147%
Total Carbohydrate 23.90g	9%
Dietary Fiber 7.90g	28%
Total Sugars 14.70g
Protein 5.20g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 91mg	7%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 1422mg	30%

*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: 69.4%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 25.1%