Tomato and Onion Salad

Brighten your table with the simple elegance of Tomato and Onion Salad—a refreshing and vibrant side dish perfect for any occasion. This no-cook recipe combines the juicy sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the gentle bite of thinly sliced red onion, and the aromatic freshness of basil leaves, all brought together with a zesty blend of extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice. Ready in just 15 minutes, this salad highlights fresh, wholesome ingredients and is seasoned simply with salt and black pepper to let the natural flavors shine. Serve it chilled or at room temperature as the ideal accompaniment to grilled meats, pasta dishes, or crusty bread. Perfect for summer gatherings or light lunches, this salad is a celebration of simple, healthy eating! Keywords: tomato and onion salad, refreshing side dish, summer salad, no-cook recipe, healthy salad.

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 red onion
• 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 10 whole fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water, then pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Core the tomatoes and cut them into thin wedges. Set aside in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

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

Step 4

In a small bowl, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil and lemon juice until well combined.

Step 5

Pour the olive oil and lemon juice dressing over the tomatoes and onions in the salad bowl.

Step 6

Gently mix the salad to ensure the dressing is evenly distributed over the vegetables.

Step 7

Add the fresh basil leaves to the salad, tearing them into smaller pieces if desired.

Step 8

Season the salad with salt and ground black pepper to taste, and give it a final gentle toss.

Step 9

Allow the salad to sit for about 5 minutes to let the flavors meld together before serving.

Step 10

Serve the tomato and onion salad chilled or at room temperature as a refreshing side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	707.6 grams (707.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	399

Total Fat 28.50g	37%
Saturated Fat 3.70g	19%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1211mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 34.40g	13%
Dietary Fiber 9.90g	35%
Total Sugars 18.70g
Protein 7.60g	15%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 147mg	11%
Iron 4mg	19%
Potassium 1539mg	33%

*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: 60.4%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 32.4%