Description
A vibrant salad combining juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh ingredients for a healthy and delicious dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ripe tomatoes (heirloom or vine-ripened)
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
- 1 medium cucumber, diced
- 1 cup fresh basil, chopped
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- Salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash tomatoes and cucumber thoroughly, checking for blemishes.
- Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- Mince the garlic cloves finely.
- Thinly slice the red onion and soak in cold water for 10-15 minutes if desired.
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, minced garlic, sliced red onion, and chopped basil. Toss gently.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil and red wine vinegar, then drizzle over the salad. Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss the salad again to coat everything well with the dressing.
- Serve immediately in a bowl or on individual plates.
Notes
For a vegan option, ensure all products are plant-based. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator and consume within 2 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, tomato, garlic, healthy, fresh