Sugar-Free Fresh Tomato Salad with Herb Vinaigrette

Brighten up your table with this Sugar-Free Fresh Tomato Salad with Herb Vinaigrette, a refreshing and guilt-free dish bursting with garden-fresh flavors. This easy-to-make salad highlights juicy ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, and mild red onion, all tossed in a vibrant herb vinaigrette packed with fresh basil and parsley. The zesty dressing, made with extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a hint of lemon juice, brings out the natural sweetness of the ingredients without any added sugar, making it perfect for health-conscious eaters. Ready in just 20 minutes, this salad is a versatile addition to any meal, whether you're serving it as a light appetizer or a colorful side dish. It's a celebration of simplicity and wholesome ingredients that’s sure to impress!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 large cucumber
• 0.5 medium red onion
• 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 cup fresh parsley leaves
• 0.25 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 clove garlic
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Start by preparing the vegetables. Rinse the tomatoes and cucumber thoroughly under cool water.

Step 2

Cut the tomatoes into wedges or bite-sized pieces, depending on your preference, and transfer them to a large salad bowl.

Step 3

Peel the cucumber if desired, though the skin can be left on for added crunch and nutrition. Slice the cucumber into thin rounds or half-moons and add to the bowl with the tomatoes.

Step 4

Peel and thinly slice the red onion. For a milder flavor, soak the slices in cold water for 10 minutes, then drain and pat dry before adding to the salad bowl.

Step 5

Chop the fresh basil and parsley leaves finely and set aside for the vinaigrette.

Step 6

To make the herb vinaigrette, whisk together the extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper in a small bowl until well combined.

Step 7

Add the chopped basil and parsley to the vinaigrette and mix gently.

Step 8

Pour the vinaigrette over the salad ingredients in the large bowl.

Step 9

Toss everything together gently to ensure the salad is evenly coated with the vinaigrette.

Step 10

Let the salad sit for at least 10 minutes at room temperature before serving. This allows the flavors to meld beautifully together.

Step 11

Serve the salad fresh as a side dish or light main course. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1113.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	730.9

Total Fat 61.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1239.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.8g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 9.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 238.2mg	0%
Iron 7.2mg	0%
Potassium 2283.8mg	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: 71.8%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 23.2%