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Italian Tomato Salad

Italian Tomato Salad That's Bursting with Flavor and Freshness

This Italian Tomato Salad is a vibrant celebration of seasonal produce featuring juicy beefsteak tomatoes and a zesty dressing, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 120

Ingredients
  

Salad Ingredients
  • 4 cups Beefsteak Tomatoes sliced into ⅓-inch thick slices
  • ¼ cup Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Wine Vinegar can substitute with balsamic vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
  • ¼ cup Red Onion minced
  • ¼ cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • ¼ cup Fresh Parsley chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic crushed
  • 1 teaspoon Fine Sea Salt
  • to taste Fresh Ground Pepper

Equipment

  • shallow dish
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Begin by slicing the beefsteak tomatoes into ⅓-inch thick slices, ensuring you have a mix of vibrant red and yellow hues for visual appeal. Arrange the tomato slices in an even layer in a shallow dish.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together ¼ cup of olive oil, 2 tablespoons of red wine vinegar, and 2 tablespoons of lemon juice. Next, add ¼ cup of minced red onion, ¼ cup of diced fresh basil, and ¼ cup of chopped fresh parsley. Finally, incorporate 2 cloves of crushed garlic, a pinch of fine sea salt, and some fresh ground pepper, mixing until well combined.
  3. Carefully pour the flavorful marinade over the arranged tomato slices, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated. Gently toss the tomatoes with the marinade using a spatula or tongs to promote even coverage.
  4. Cover the shallow dish with plastic wrap or a lid, then place it in the refrigerator. Allow the Italian Tomato Salad to marinate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
  5. Once marinated, remove the salad from the refrigerator and give it a gentle toss. Serve chilled.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 8gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

For the best flavor, enjoy within 8 hours of marinating. Adjust vinegar or seasoning according to taste. Arrange tomatoes in a colorful pattern for visual appeal.

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