Here’s a fresh, simple tomato salad that’s quick, tasty, and perfect as a side 🍅🥗
Ingredients
- 4–5 ripe tomatoes (any variety), sliced or chopped
- ½ small red onion, thinly sliced
- 2–3 tbsp olive oil
- 1–2 tbsp balsamic vinegar (or lemon juice)
- Salt & black pepper, to taste
- Optional: fresh basil leaves, chopped or torn
- Optional: crumbled feta or mozzarella
- Optional: a pinch of sugar (if tomatoes are very acidic)
Instructions
- Prep the vegetables:
- Slice or chop the tomatoes and onions.
- Place in a large bowl.
- Dress the salad:
- Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Toss gently to combine without crushing the tomatoes.
- Add extras:
- Sprinkle fresh basil and cheese if desired.
- Add a pinch of sugar if tomatoes taste too tart.
- Serve:
- Let sit 5–10 minutes for flavors to blend, then enjoy.
Tips
- Cherry or grape tomatoes: Halve for a quicker, bite-sized version.
- Herb options: Parsley, oregano, or thyme also work well.
- Make-ahead: Can be made 1 hour before serving; avoid over-tossing to keep tomatoes intact.
If you want, I can give a Southern-style tomato salad version with onions, bacon, and a tangy mayo dressing—it’s really tasty. Do you want me to do that?
