Description
This Irresistible Balsamic Tomato Salad Recipe showcases the vibrant flavors of fresh tomatoes, enhanced by a zesty dressing of olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Perfect as a side dish or light meal, this salad is quick to prepare and bursting with freshness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 24 ounces ripe tomatoes of choice
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 medium cloves garlic
- minced
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh oregano
- or 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- plus fresh sprigs for garnish
- optional
- 1 teaspoon finely chopped fresh basil
- or 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- plus fresh leaves for garnish
- optional
- Fine salt
- to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper
- to taste
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the ripe tomatoes and the minced garlic.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregano, basil, salt, and pepper.
- Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and gently toss to coat.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired before serving.
Notes
For the best flavor, use seasonal, ripe tomatoes and allow the salad to sit for a few minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 135 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 170 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: Balsamic Tomato Salad, tomato salad recipe, fresh tomato salad, healthy salad recipe, balsamic vinaigrette