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Heirloom Tomato Salad: The Ultimate Summer Flavor Explosion


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  • Author: Chef Clara
  • Total Time: PT10M
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Diet: Vegan

Description

Heirloom tomato salad made simple—get 5 colorful, bold-flavored recipes for your summer plate. Fresh, fast, and full of flavor.


Ingredients

  1.  2 pounds ripe heirloom tomatoes, various colors and shapes”,
  2.  1 pint cherry tomatoes (preferably Sun Golds), halved”,
  3.  1/2 red onion, thinly sliced”,
  4.   1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn”,
  5.   2 tablespoons fresh mint leaves, chopped”,
  6.   1 tablespoon fresh oregano leaves (or 1/2 tsp dried oregano)”,
  7.   2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil”,
  8.   1 tablespoon white balsamic vinegar”,
  9.   1/2 teaspoon sea salt”,
  10.   1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. Slice heirloom and cherry tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.

  2. Thinly slice red onion (soak in cold water for milder flavor).

  3. Whisk olive oil, white balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a bowl.

  4. Add tomatoes, onion, and herbs to the bowl; gently toss.

  5. Let marinate for 10–20 minutes at room temp.

  6. Toss again, adjust seasoning, and serve fresh.

Notes

  • Use a mix of heirloom tomato types for best color and taste.

  • Sub white balsamic with apple cider vinegar if needed.

  • Fresh oregano can be swapped with dried.

  • Best served fresh; refrigerate leftovers for up to 1 day.

  • Serve with bread or cheese to make it a meal.

  • Prep Time: PT10M
  • Cook Time: PT0M
  • Category: Salad
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1.5 cups or 1 bowl
  • Calories: 140 calories
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 130 mg
  • Fat: 11 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 10 g
  • Fiber: 2 g
  • Protein: 2 g
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg