Tomato Salad with Basil and Balsamic
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Tomato Salad with Basil and Balsamic
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This quick and easy tomato salad recipe is the best way to highlight the natural flavor and sweetness of fresh summer tomatoes!
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Ingredients
- 4 cups halved cherry tomatoes (or chopped larger tomatoes)
- ¼ cup finely diced red onion
- 2 tablespoons snipped fresh basil (or more to taste)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- Kosher salt and freshly-ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Combine tomatoes, onion and basil in a bowl.
- In a separate bowl or jar, whisk or shake together olive oil and vinegar. Pour over tomatoes and toss to coat. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
- Serve immediately, or allow the salad to marinate for about 30 minutes – 1 hour at room temperature or in the fridge (if you prefer a cold salad).
Notes
- Stir in diced avocado just before serving.
- Fresh mozzarella or feta cheese are both tasty additions to the tomato salad.
- Add diced cucumber -- another delicious summer vegetable that pairs nicely with the fresh tomatoes.
- Use additional fresh herbs such as thyme, oregano, chives or parsley, if available.
- Add chickpeas or white beans to turn this into a more satisfying entree salad.
- Use the freshest, ripest garden tomatoes for the best flavor. Cherry tomatoes are my top pick, if available.
- If using larger tomatoes, chop them into large chunks. You don't want the tomato pieces too small, or they will fall apart and taste more like a salsa or relish than a hearty salad.
- Enjoy the salad within about 1 hour of preparation for the best texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving
1/6 of the salad
Calories
66kcal
(3%)
Carbohydrates
6g
(2%)
Protein
1g
(2%)
Fat
5g
(8%)
Saturated Fat
1g
(5%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
3g
Sodium
13mg
(1%)
Potassium
232mg
(7%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
486IU
(10%)
Vitamin C
23mg
(26%)
Calcium
14mg
(1%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4- 6 people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 66 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1/6 of the salad | |
| Calories | 66kcal | 3% |
| Carbohydrates | 6g | 2% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 5g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Sodium | 13mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 232mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 486IU | 10% |
| Vitamin C | 23mg | 26% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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