Italian Tomato Salad Recipe
This Italian tomato salad combines mixed cherry and plum tomatoes with a simple balsamic and extra virgin olive oil dressing. A fresh, vibrant side dish ready in just 10 minutes. No cooking needed.
Servings: 4 portions
Equipment
- Fork
- Salad bowl
Ingredients
- 1.3 lbs mixed tomatoes, cherry and plum tomatoes in red and yellow
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- Freshly ground black pepper
- A generous handful of flat parsley leaves chopped
Instructions
- Cut the tomatoes in half, put them in a salad bowl, and set them aside.
- In a mixing bowl, add two tablespoons of balsamic vinegar, three tablespoons of extra-virgin olive oil, half a teaspoon of salt, and a generous amount of freshly ground black pepper. Using a fork, mix everything well until all is emulsified.
- Pour the balsamic dressing over the tomatoes and mix well.
- Add the chopped parsley, and serve.
Notes
- You can use any type of tomato. Try to mix the varieties to get more appetizing colors.
- You can omit the parsley or replace it with your preferred herbs. Basil, oregano, sage, dill are some of the options that go well with tomatoes.
Nutrition
Serving: 4portions | Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 11g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Sodium: 300mg | Potassium: 359mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 5g | Vitamin A: 1228IU | Vitamin C: 20mg | Calcium: 17mg | Iron: 1mg
Disclaimer
Nutritional info in this recipe is only estimate using online calculator. You should refer to it as a guide only. Please verify with your own data if you seek an accurate info.