Description
A vibrant and refreshing salad made with ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fresh basil, drizzled with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large Fresh Tomatoes
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
- 1/4 cup Fresh Basil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
- Salt (to taste)
- Black Pepper (to taste)
Instructions
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Wash and dry the tomatoes, cut into bite-sized chunks, and season with salt to draw out juices.
- Mince the Garlic: Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves or mash them with salt for a milder flavor.
- Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine chopped tomatoes, minced garlic, and fresh basil, and gently toss.
- Dress the Salad: Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the mixture and mix until coated.
- Season and Serve: Add freshly cracked black pepper, toss again, and serve immediately.
Notes
For a different flavor profile, consider using roasted garlic or substituting the balsamic vinegar with lemon juice.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No Cooking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, tomato, garlic, fresh, vegetarian, healthy