Description
A refreshing and simple Cherry Tomato Salad that bursts with the flavors of summer. This vibrant salad features halved cherry tomatoes, red onion, and fresh herbs tossed in a tangy balsamic vinaigrette.
Ingredients
Scale
Salad:
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 1/4 cup red onion, thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped
Dressing:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Prepare Salad: In a large bowl, combine cherry tomatoes, red onion, basil, and parsley.
- Make Dressing: In a small jar, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, salt, and pepper.
- Combine: Pour dressing over tomatoes and toss gently to combine. Let sit for 10–15 minutes before serving.
- Serve: Enjoy chilled or at room temperature.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add crumbled feta or fresh mozzarella.
- Use heirloom cherry tomatoes for added color and sweetness.
- Best enjoyed the same day it’s made.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3/4 cup
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
