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Simple Tomato Salad

A refreshing and vibrant tomato salad featuring ripe tomatoes, basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Salad
  • 4 large heirloom tomatoes sliced
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes halved
  • 1/4 red onion thinly sliced
  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves torn
Dressing
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
  • 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Whisk
  • chef knife

Method
 

  1. Slice the tomatoes and place them in a serving bowl.
  2. Add red onion and basil leaves.
  3. Whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour dressing over the salad and toss gently.
  5. Rest for 10 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use the ripest tomatoes available for the best flavor.