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The Best Summer Cherry Tomato Salad


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  • Author: maya
  • Total Time: 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Description

Experience the refreshing burst of flavors with the Best Summer Cherry Tomato Salad Recipe! This vibrant and colorful salad combines sweet cherry tomatoes, crisp red onions, and fragrant basil, drizzled with quality olive oil and red wine vinegar. Perfect for summer barbecues or as a light meal on its own, this salad is quick to prepare and can be customized to your liking. Its fresh ingredients not only make it a delightful side dish that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats but also a nutritious option that’s low in calories yet high in taste. Enjoy it fresh or let it marinate for an hour to amplify the flavors—either way, it’s sure to impress!


Ingredients

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  • 2 pints fresh cherry tomatoes (halved)
  • 1 red onion (thinly sliced)
  • 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons fresh basil (chopped fine)
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine halved cherry tomatoes and sliced red onions.
  2. Drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar.
  3. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper.
  4. Add finely chopped basil and gently toss until well combined.
  5. Let the salad marinate at room temperature for about an hour before serving.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Mixing
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (150g)
  • Calories: 120
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 300mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 9g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 1g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg