Tomato and Sweet Onion Platter
Celebrate the simple beauty of fresh seasonal produce with this vibrant Tomato and Sweet Onion Platter. Perfect as a light appetizer or a refreshing summer side dish, this recipe showcases juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes paired with thinly sliced sweet onions, drizzled in a tangy red wine vinaigrette. The finishing touch of fragrant fresh basil leaves adds an aromatic brightness to every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this dish is as effortless as it is delicious—a perfect choice for highlighting the best of garden-fresh ingredients. Serve it at room temperature or lightly chilled for a vibrant pop of color and flavor on your table!
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Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 medium sweet onion
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 6 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Rinse and pat dry the tomatoes and sweet onion.
Step 2
Slice the tomatoes into even 1/4-inch thick rounds. Arrange them on a large serving platter, slightly overlapping each slice.
Step 3
Peel the sweet onion and slice it thinly into rings or half-rings. Scatter the onion slices evenly over the tomato slices.
Step 4
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper until emulsified.
Step 5
Drizzle the vinaigrette evenly over the tomatoes and onions.
Step 6
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and sprinkle them over the platter for added flavor and garnish.
Step 7
Serve immediately at room temperature or refrigerate for 10-15 minutes before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (914.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 540.3 |
| Total Fat 42.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 5.6g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1222.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 39.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 10.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 23.8g | |
| Protein 7.9g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 107.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1927.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories