Tomato Basil Salad Simple Summer Favorite

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes

This Fresh Tomato Basil Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that celebrates the flavors of summer. Made with ripe tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a simple dressing, it’s an easy salad recipe perfect for summer gatherings or as a side dish.

With minimal ingredients and preparation time, this salad recipe highlights the freshness of tomatoes and the subtle sweetness of basil, making it a delightful addition to any meal.

Quick and Flavorful Tomato Basil Salad

This salad combines juicy tomatoes and fragrant basil leaves, dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for an extra punch of flavor. It takes only about 15 minutes to prepare and serves 4 people.

Ingredients

4 large ripe tomatoes, diced
1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or chopped
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
Salt and black pepper to taste
1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced (optional)
1/4 cup feta cheese or mozzarella, crumbled or diced (optional)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Wash the tomatoes and basil leaves. Dice the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces and tear or chop the basil leaves.
Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper until well combined.

Combine and Toss: In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, basil, and optional red onion and cheese. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss gently to combine.
Serve: Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld, then serve immediately at room temperature.