Description
This vibrant cherry tomato salad is the perfect dish to celebrate summer flavors! With its burst of juicy cherry tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a drizzle of high-quality olive oil, this salad stands out at any outdoor gathering or picnic. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes, it makes an excellent last-minute side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or can be enjoyed on its own. Marinating for an hour allows the flavors to meld, enhancing every bite. Ideal for meal prep and packed with nutrients, this salad is a refreshing choice for warm weather dining.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pints fresh cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped fine)
- 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the halved cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced red onion.
- Drizzle the mixture with red wine vinegar and olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste, then add the chopped basil.
- Gently toss all ingredients until well mixed.
- Allow the salad to marinate at room temperature for about one hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg