Italian Tomato Onion Salad
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Italian Tomato Onion Salad
Description
This salad combines fresh tomatoes and red onions with minced garlic to create a flavorful vegetable base. The dressing, made from olive oil and balsamic vinegar, adds richness and mild acidity that complements the natural sweetness and tang of the tomatoes. The seasoning with kosher salt, dried oregano, and an Italian herb blend imparts a well-rounded herbal note.
The salad is prepared by tossing all ingredients gently to keep the texture crisp and fresh. It is served chilled, topped with fresh basil which adds fragrance and a mild peppery freshness.
This salad pairs well as a side for grilled meats, pasta dishes, or simply alongside crusty bread. Its fresh flavors are ideal for warm weather meals and light eating.
Ingredients
- 8 tomatoes washed and cut into wedges, ripe
- 1 red onion peeled and sliced thinly lengthwise, small
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1/3 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon italian herb blend dried
- basil for garnish, fresh
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatoes and onions, wash, peel, and slice as needed.
- Next, add the tomatoes, onion, and garlic to a large bowl.
- Add the olive oil, balsamic, salt, oregano, and Italian herbs. Toss gently to combine.
- Spoon onto chilled serving plates and top with extra oregano and fresh basil.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 229 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 229kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 19g | 29% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 14g | 70% |
| Sodium | 306mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 639mg | 14% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 2058IU | 41% |
| Vitamin C | 36mg | 40% |
| Calcium | 41mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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