Description
This simple and refreshing tomato salad highlights the natural sweetness and juiciness of high-quality tomatoes, complemented by tangy red wine vinegar, aromatic red onions, and a bright gremolata garnish. Perfect as a light summer side dish, it's quick to prepare and packed with fresh flavors.
Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 1½ pounds tomatoes, cut into wedges
- Heaping ⅓ cup thinly sliced red onion
- 1½ tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ teaspoon flaky sea salt, plus more to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh basil leaves
Gremolata
- ¼ cup gremolata, plus more if desired
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients. In a large bowl, add the cut tomatoes, thinly sliced red onion, red wine vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, flaky sea salt, and several grinds of freshly ground black pepper. Toss gently to ensure all ingredients are evenly coated without breaking up the tomatoes.
- Arrange Salad. Transfer the tomato mixture to a serving platter, spreading it out to showcase the vibrant colors and textures.
- Add Gremolata and Basil. Sprinkle the salad evenly with the gremolata, allowing the herbaceous and zesty flavors to infuse every bite. Top with fresh basil leaves for an aromatic finish.
- Season and Serve. Adjust seasoning with additional flaky sea salt and black pepper as desired. Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp freshness and bright flavors.
Notes
- Use the ripest, freshest tomatoes available for best flavor.
- Gremolata is a mixture of lemon zest, garlic, and parsley, adding a fresh and zesty note to the salad.
- For a more acidic punch, increase the amount of red wine vinegar to taste.
- This salad is best served fresh to preserve the texture and brightness of the ingredients.
- Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 1 day but may become watery.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean