Tomato and Onion Salad

This simple tomato and onion salad is a tomato lovers dream. Made from ripe tomatoes and crunchy onions tossed in a tangy salad dressing, it's quick to prepare and bursting with fresh flavors.

Prep Time10

Chill Time1

Total Time1 10

Course: Appetizer, Salad

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Tomato and Onion Salad Recipe

Servings:

Calories: 127kcal

Ingredients

3 cups cubed vine ripe tomatoes, from 4 medium-sized tomatoes cut into 1-inch pieces (approximately 2 ½ inches wide)
¾ cup thinly sliced red onion, ⅛ to ¼ inch thick half moon slices
1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (plus more for garnish)
3 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
1 ½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
½ teaspoon dried oregano
½ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

To a large bowl add the cubed tomatoes, red onion slices, and chopped fresh basil.
In a small bowl, whisk together the extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Pour the dressing mixture over the vegetables and gently toss to coat all the tomatoes and onions with the dressing.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate the tomato and onion salad for one hour to allow all the ingredients to marinate and combine.
Once the salad has chilled, and is ready to serve, transfer it to a serving bowl and garnish with additional chopped fresh basil.

Notes

Tomato Seeds: If you prefer a less watery salad, consider removing the seeds from the tomatoes, especially if you use large tomatoes, before cutting them into cubes. This helps reduce excess liquid.
Onion Soak: To reduce the sharpness of the red onion, soak the slices in cold water for about 10 minutes before adding them to the salad. Drain and pat dry before mixing.
Dressing Application: When applying the dressing, start with a smaller amount and add more as needed. This allows you to control the flavor intensity and prevents overdressing.
Seasoning Balance: Taste the salad before chilling to check the seasoning balance. Adjust salt and pepper if necessary, keeping in mind that flavors will meld and intensify as the salad chills.

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