Description
Heirloom Tomato Salad is a vibrant celebration of summer’s bounty, combining the rich flavors of heirloom and cherry tomatoes with fresh herbs for a refreshing dish. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a light lunch, this salad allows the natural flavors to shine through. Whip it up in just 10 minutes to enjoy a burst of color and flavor on your plate!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds heirloom tomatoes (sliced)
- 1 pint cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1/2 cup red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves (roughly chopped)
- 2 tablespoons fresh mint (chopped)
- 1 tablespoon fresh oregano (chopped)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, sea salt, and black pepper until well combined.
- Add the sliced heirloom tomatoes, halved cherry tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, and chopped herbs to the bowl. Gently toss until evenly coated with the dressing.
- Allow the salad to marinate for at least 15-20 minutes before serving. Toss again gently before serving to refresh.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added creaminess, consider including crumbled feta cheese or avocado slices. Experiment with additional vegetables like cucumbers or bell peppers for extra crunch.