Tomato Salad Recipe

A delicious Tomato Salad in an easy vinaigrette made with simple ingredients that bring out the best that tomato season has to offer.

Course side salad

Cuisine Italian

Keyword cherry tomato salad, fresh tomato salad, how to make tomato salad, tomato basil salad, tomato salad recipe

Prep Time 10

Total Time 10

Servings servings

Calories 132kcal

Author Beth Pierce

4 ripe tomatoes
1 1/2 cup halved grape or cherry tomatoes
¼ cup thinly sliced red onion
2 cloves minced garlic
1 ½ tablespoons chopped fresh herbs like basil thyme, or parsley (see notes about dried herbs)
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste

In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and fresh herbs.
Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Let the salad rest for 15-20 minutes before serving.

Other vinegars to use include balsamic vinegar, white wine vinegar, and champagne vinegar.
If possible, use fresh herbs. Once tossed, let the Tomato Salad sit for 15-20 minutes so all the flavors meld. Serve this dish at room temperature.
For added texture, include more vegetables like avocado chunks, cucumber slices, or blanched asparagus.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.