Why you’ll love this easy tomato onion salad
- Simple yet packed with fresh flavors, this salad really lets the fresh ingredients shine.
- The easy dressing is the perfect tangy and garlicky compliment to the fresh tomatoes and crunchy onions.
- It’s perfect for a weeknight dinner side or make it for a summer BBQ side dish.
- The basic recipe is easy to modify with other ingredients to make it any way you wish. See the recipe variations section below.
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How to make this tomato and red onion salad
Recipe tips
- Fresh ingredients really make this salad. Use the freshest tomatoes, onion basil and garlic you can find.
- This salad is best when served right away. Just cut everything, toss it with the dressing and serve.
- Leftovers will keep in the fridge for a few days. If you are using larger tomatoes like heirlooms or beefsteak they may get a little mushy.
- If you modify the recipe to add in more ingredients like cucumbers or carrots, you might want to scale up the dressing a bit to fit the salad.
Recipe variations
Tomatoes – Use different kinds of tomatoes to add more texture and color. Any tomatoes work great (heirloom, roma, cherry, etc.).
More crunch – You can easily add more crunch by adding in some sliced cucumbers or chopped carrots.
Herbs – Add in some different herbs of your choice. Thyme, chives, oregano, parsley or lemon balm are all good options.
Topping – If you eat dairy, go ahead and add a little crumbled feta or grated parmesan on top!
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5-Minute Tomato and Onion Salad
This easy 5-minute prep tomato and onion salad is the best fresh summer salad. A simple dressing coats the tomatoes, onions and basil with tangy, garlicky goodness.
Ingredients
- 1 lb tomatoes, sliced into chunks
- 1/2 red onion, sliced into thin strips
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, chopped, (can use any fresh herbs and add more or less to taste)
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes, onions and herbs and add them to a bowl.
- In a separate small bowl, add the dressing ingredients and mix well.
- Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and onions and toss to mix. Serve immediately.
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