Mother in Law's Tomato Salad

Bursting with the vibrant flavors of summer, "Mother in Law's Tomato Salad" is a timeless, no-cook recipe that's as simple as it is delicious. Juicy, ripe tomatoes, paper-thin slices of red onion, and fragrant fresh basil come together in a tangy dressing of extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a touch of optional sugar for balance. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is perfect as a refreshing side for grilled meats, fish, or rustic crusty bread. Letting it rest briefly allows the flavors to meld beautifully, making every bite an irresistible symphony of taste and texture. Ideal for al fresco dining or your next dinner party spread, this salad is a quintessential celebration of seasonal ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 small red onion
• 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sugar (optional, to taste)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the tomatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges or slices, depending on your preference, and place them in a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the red onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-moons. Add the onions to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Tear the basil leaves gently by hand into smaller pieces and scatter them over the tomatoes and onions.

Step 5

In a small mixing jug or bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, sea salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using) to create the dressing.

Step 6

Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine, being careful not to crush the tomatoes.

Step 7

Let the salad sit for 5-10 minutes at room temperature to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Serve the tomato salad fresh as a side dish to grilled meats, fish, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(911.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	551.2

Total Fat 43.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2366.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.1g	0%
Total Sugars 25.7g
Protein 8.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 112.3mg	0%
Iron 2.9mg	0%
Potassium 1931.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.4%

Protein: 5.5%

Carbs: 28.2%