Description
This Simple Tomato Salad bursts with flavor thanks to juicy, ripe tomatoes and a zesty dressing. Perfect for quick meals or as a refreshing side dish, it’s easy to make with fresh ingredients that will impress anyone looking for a homemade delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 to 3 pounds mixed tomatoes, beefsteak, heirloom, cherry, grape
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, plus more to taste
- ¼ cup shallot, thinly sliced
- ½ teaspoon garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil
- ⅓ cup fresh basil leaves, loosely packed, torn
Instructions
- Slice large tomatoes into wedges and halve smaller cherry or grape tomatoes. Add them to a large bowl.
- Sprinkle with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and gently toss. Let sit for 10 to 15 minutes to release their juices.
- Add the black pepper, shallot, garlic, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard directly to the bowl. Stir gently to combine with the tomato juices.
- Slowly drizzle in the olive oil while tossing to coat everything evenly.
- Add the torn basil and gently mix again. Taste and adjust salt or pepper as needed.
- Let the salad sit for another 10 to 15 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to develop.
- Finish with a pinch of kosher salt and extra black pepper before serving.
Notes
Use seasonal tomatoes for the best flavor.
Adjust the seasoning according to taste preferences.
Serve immediately for the freshest taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 1.8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg