The Best Summer Cherry Tomato Salad
If you’re looking to elevate your summer dining experience, The Best Summer Cherry Tomato Salad Recipe is your go-to dish! This vibrant salad brings together juicy cherry tomatoes, sweet red onions, and fragrant basil for a flavor explosion that perfectly complements grilled meats or stands alone as a refreshing meal. With just 15 minutes of preparation and an hour of marinating to deepen the flavors, this salad strikes the perfect balance between simplicity and deliciousness. Ideal for BBQs, picnics, or casual family dinners, it’s a crowd-pleaser that even kids will enjoy. Plus, its versatility allows for easy adaptations to suit your taste or seasonal ingredients. Enjoy the burst of freshness that summer has to offer with this delightful salad!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
- 2 pints fresh cherry tomatoes (halved)
- 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
- 1 tablespoon apple vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped fine)
- Salt and pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes and thinly sliced red onions.
- Drizzle with olive oil and apple vinegar; season with salt and pepper.
- Add finely chopped basil and gently toss to coat all ingredients.
- Allow the salad to marinate at room temperature for one hour before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg