Description
A fresh and flavorful marinated tomato salad made with ripe tomatoes, red onions, and a zesty herb dressing. Perfect as a summer side dish or a light lunch.
Ingredients
4 large ripe tomatoes (or 2 cups cherry tomatoes), sliced or halved
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or balsamic vinegar)
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano (or Italian seasoning)
2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Optional: pinch of red pepper flakes for heat
Instructions
- Place the sliced tomatoes and thinly sliced red onions in a large mixing bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and onions and toss gently to coat.
- Cover the bowl and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 4 hours for deeper flavor.
- Serve chilled or let it come to room temperature before serving.
Notes
Add fresh mozzarella balls (bocconcini) for a Caprese-style variation.
Mix in cucumbers or roasted red peppers for extra crunch and color.
Swap basil with parsley or chives for a different herb flavor.
Use lemon juice instead of vinegar for a citrusy twist.
Add crumbled feta and Kalamata olives for a Greek-inspired version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 95
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
