Simple Tomato Salad
Simple Tomato Salad
If you’re looking for a quick and refreshing side dish, this fresh simple tomato salad is perfect. With juicy tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and moreish marinade, this tomato salad is ideal for sunny lunches or as a quick fresh accompaniment to any main dish. Simple recipe, but packed with tons of flavour, this side salad works well with savoury breakfasts like eggs, through to meat and pasta dishes.
Full recipe and ingredients are on the recipe card below, with additional cooking tips and ingredient swaps provided after the recipe.
The Recipe
Simple Tomato Salad
Ingredients
- 4 medium tomatoes chopped
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 3 tbsp fresh parsley chopped
- 3 tbsp fresh chives chopped
- 1 shallot finely diced (optional)
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes into eighths and place them in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil and red wine vinegar over the tomatoes.
- Season with salt and pepper to taste.
- Add the chopped parsley and finely diced chives to the bowl.
- If using, add the finely diced shallot for extra flavour.
- Gently toss the salad to combine all the ingredients.
- Serve immediately, or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavours to marinate.
Notes
Nutrition Per Serving
Ingredient Swaps
- Tomatoes: Use heirloom tomatoes or cherry tomatoes for a different texture and flavor.
- Olive Oil: Substitute with avocado oil for a different, yet healthy, fat option.
- Red Wine Vinegar: Balsamic vinegar or apple cider vinegar both work well as replacements.
- Fresh Herbs: Swap parsley and chives with basil or dill for a new flavour profile.
- Shallot: Red onion can be used if shallots are not available.
Please remember to double check all ingredients before cooking or consuming including the ingredients list labelled on packages if you have certain allergies or intolerances.
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