Tomato Basil Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavor, this Tomato Basil Salad is the perfect dish to celebrate the taste of summer. Featuring juicy, vine-ripened tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a simple dressing of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar, this salad comes together in just 10 minutes and requires no cooking. A touch of minced garlic, a sprinkle of salt and black pepper, and the optional creaminess of fresh mozzarella elevate this classic recipe into an elegant yet easy side dish or light appetizer. Perfect for picnics, dinner parties, or weeknight meals, this colorful salad is as visually stunning as it is delicious. Simple, wholesome, and utterly satisfying, it’s the ultimate way to enjoy seasonal ingredients.
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Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 8 ounces fresh mozzarella (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and pat dry the tomatoes and basil leaves.
Step 2
Cut the tomatoes into bite-sized wedges or slices, depending on your preference.
Step 3
Finely chop the garlic clove.
Step 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the tomato slices and basil leaves.
Step 5
Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes and basil.
Step 6
Add the chopped garlic, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
Step 7
If using fresh mozzarella, slice it and add it to the salad.
Step 8
Gently toss all the ingredients until the salad is evenly coated with the dressing.
Step 9
Transfer the salad to a serving platter or individual plates.
Step 10
Serve immediately as a side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1033.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1202.7 |
| Total Fat 90.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 38.0g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 162.0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2639.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 41.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 9.6g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.5g | |
| Protein 56.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1328.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 4.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2006.6mg | 0% |
Source of Calories