Whole30 Mediterranean Tomato and Olive Salad
Bright, fresh, and bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this Whole30 Mediterranean Tomato and Olive Salad is a quick and nutritious side dish perfect for any occasion. Featuring sweet cherry tomatoes, crunchy cucumber, tangy red onion, and briny Kalamata olives, this salad is tossed with a zesty homemade dressing of extra virgin olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and minced garlic. Fragrant herbs like parsley and basil lend a refreshing aroma, making every bite a delightful experience. Ready in just 15 minutes with no cooking required, this gluten-free, paleo-friendly, and Whole30-compliant recipe is a vibrant addition to your meal rotation. Serve it alongside grilled proteins or enjoy it as a light lunch—it’s a healthy, flavor-packed salad that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy.
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 1 large Cucumber
- 0.5 medium Red onion
- 0.75 cup Kalamata olives
- 0.5 cup Fresh parsley
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil
- 0.25 cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Wash and halve the cherry tomatoes and place them in a large salad bowl.
Step 2
Peel the cucumber and dice it into small cubes, then add it to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Step 3
Thinly slice the red onion into half-moons and add them to the salad bowl.
Step 4
Pit and halve the Kalamata olives, then add them to the salad.
Step 5
Finely chop the fresh parsley and basil, then add these herbs to the salad mixture.
Step 6
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, lemon juice, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Step 7
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss everything well to combine.
Step 8
Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve immediately or refrigerate for later.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1078.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1102.7 |
| Total Fat 102.6g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3365.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 19.4g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.7g | |
| Protein 7.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 345.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.8mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1723.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories