Description
A simple yet incredibly flavorful tomato garlic salad bursting with fresh ingredients—juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and zesty dressing—a quick, nutritious side for any meal. This garlicky tomato salad comes together in just minutes.
Ingredients
- Fresh tomatoes (cherry, grape, or heirloom)—chopped into bite‑sized pieces or wedges
- Garlic, minced
- Extra virgin olive oil
- Red wine vinegar (or balsamic vinegar)
- Fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Salt & black pepper
- Red pepper flakes (optional, for spice)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the tomatoes into bite‑sized pieces or halves. If using heirloom tomatoes, slice them into wedges.
- In a small bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar (or balsamic), minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Add red pepper flakes for heat if desired.
- In a larger bowl, combine the tomatoes with the chopped basil or parsley.
- Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and gently toss to coat evenly.
- Let the tomato garlic salad sit for 5 to 10 minutes for flavors to blend.
- Serve this fresh tomato salad with garlic immediately or chill for deeper flavor.
Notes
- For best results, wait to add salt until just before serving to prevent tomatoes from releasing excess liquid.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
- Toss gently before serving again.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: Varies
- Sugar: Varies
- Sodium: Varies
- Fat: Varies
- Saturated Fat: Varies
- Unsaturated Fat: Varies
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: Varies
- Fiber: Varies
- Protein: Varies
- Cholesterol: 0mg