Tomatensalat

Brighten up your table with the vibrant and refreshing flavors of Tomatensalat, a classic German tomato salad that’s as simple as it is delicious. This no-cook recipe combines juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and tangy red onion, all tossed in a perfectly balanced homemade dressing made with extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a hint of sugar for subtle sweetness. A generous sprinkle of fresh parsley adds a burst of herbal freshness, making it the perfect side dish for summer barbecues, weeknight dinners, or even as a light appetizer. Ready in just 15 minutes, this effortless salad is a healthy, colorful, and flavorful addition to your meal that’s sure to impress. Serve it chilled or at room temperature for the ultimate in customizable dining. Keywords: German tomato salad, fresh tomato cucumber salad, easy summer side dish.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 medium English cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sugar

Directions

Step 1

Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Cut each tomato into bite-sized wedges and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 2

Peel the cucumber and slice it into thin rounds, adding them to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 3

Peel and finely slice the red onion into thin half-moons. Add the sliced onion to the salad bowl.

Step 4

Finely chop the fresh parsley and sprinkle it over the other vegetables in the bowl.

Step 5

In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, black pepper, and sugar until well combined.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the tomato, cucumber, and onion mixture.

Step 7

Gently toss the salad until all the ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Let the salad sit for about 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 10

Serve the tomatensalat chilled or at room temperature as a side dish or a refreshing starter.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	945.1 grams (945.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	538

Total Fat 43.20g	55%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1218mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 39.20g	14%
Dietary Fiber 9.40g	34%
Total Sugars 22.70g
Protein 7.40g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 127mg	10%
Iron 3mg	16%
Potassium 1794mg	38%

*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: 67.6%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 27.3%