Summer Basil Tomato Salad
A fresh and vibrant salad made with ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a light drizzle of olive oil, capturing the essence of summer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Italian
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced or cubed
- 1 hefty handful of fresh basil, chopped
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: Crumbles of feta or fresh mozzarella
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: fresh tomatoes, basil, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Prepare the tomatoes: wash, dry, and slice them as desired.
- Chop the basil: rinse, dry, and chop or tear into pieces.
- Combine the tomatoes and basil in a large mixing bowl.
- Dress the salad with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
- Let it rest for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for a short period.
Notes
This salad is best enjoyed fresh but can be prepared a few hours in advance. Keep dressing separate until just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: salad, tomato, basil, summer, vegetarian, fresh ingredients