Tomato and Red Onion Salad

Name: Tomato and Red Onion Salad
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 15 min
Ingredients: 1 dry pint cherry tomatoes ((or grape tomatoes) halved or quartered); ½ cup red onion (sliced crosswise); 2 Tablespoons fresh basil (chopped or cut with herb scissors); 1 Tablespoon extra virgin olive oil; 1 Tablespoon red wine vinegar; salt and pepper (to taste)

Lightly seasoned with olive oil, vinegar, and fresh basil, this Mediterranean Tomato and Red Onion Salad is a celebration of summer flavors. Enjoy it as a starter or side with just about everything. It's ready to eat in 15 minutes!

Special diet: gluten-free, nut-free, soy-free, vegan

Bowl of tomato and red onion salad next to a purple and blue napkin.

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Nothing says summer like fresh sweet tomatoes.

Smaller varieties like cherry or grape are perfect for quick salads like vegan feta and tomato salad, tomato corn salad, this Tomato and Red Onion Salad.

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Why you'll love this recipe

You can make it in 15 minutes with only 5 ingredients (plus salt and pepper).
It's best eaten right away, so there's no need to chill it in advance.
It's simple yet incredibly flavorful and a great way to enjoy seasonal produce.

Ingredients

Cherry or grape tomatoes
Red onion (or substitute white onion)
Olive oil
Red wine vinegar
Salt and pepper
Fresh basil

Please see the recipe card at the bottom of this post for the complete ingredients, measurements, and instructions.

Instructions

Onion slices soaking in a bowl of ice water.

Since raw onions are often too strong for my taste, I like to use the method outlined in the recipe for marinated artichoke hearts salad to cut down on their sharpness. However, if you like your onions to have a little kick, you can skip this step.

Amy's tip

How to tame a strong onion: Slice the onion crosswise. Separate the slices and place them in a bowl of ice water. Let them soak for at least 15 minutes. Drain and run fresh water over the slices, then proceed with the recipe.

Assembling this salad is very easy. Simply combine all of the ingredients in a bowl, toss well to combine, and enjoy.

Serving suggestions

Dinner plate with chickpea rice pilaf, yogurt sauce, tomato and onion salad, and roasted mushrooms.

This salad goes well with a variety of dishes from rice to pasta to beans. And it's wonderful with some warm crusty bread.

In the about photo, Tomato and Red Onion Salad is served with roasted mushrooms, chickpea rice, and vegan garlic yogurt sauce.

Storing

Leftover tomato onion salad can be refrigerated in an airtight container for about 2 days. I personally prefer this salad fresh and at room temperature. This way the tomatoes have the most flavor.

Recipe FAQs

How do you sweeten onions for salad?

If the onion tastes too strong for your liking, let the onion slices soak for at least 15 minutes in a bowl of ice water. Drain and rinse them under cold water, then proceed with the recipe.

What can I substitute for red onion in a salad?

White onions, green onions (scallions), and shallots can all be used raw in salads in place of red onion.

How do I buy cherry tomatoes?

Choose ones that are bright red and have a firm texture. Avoid ones that have burst.

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Love and Veggies,

Amy

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