Ingredients
– 4 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
– 1 medium cucumber, diced
– 1/2 red onion, finely chopped
– 2-3 cloves garlic, minced
– 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
– 3 tablespoons olive oil
– 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
– Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Making Fresh and Flavorful Tomato Garlic Salad is quick and straightforward. Follow these simple steps:
1. Prepare the Vegetables: Rinse and dice the tomatoes and cucumber. Finely chop the red onion and garlic.
2. Chop Basil: Take the fresh basil leaves and chop them coarsely.
3. Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, garlic, and chopped basil.
4. Make the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
5. Dress the Salad: Pour the dressing over the salad ingredients and toss gently to combine everything evenly.
6. Taste and Adjust: Taste the salad to see if it needs more salt, pepper, or dressing. Adjust as needed.
7. Serve Immediately: Enjoy the salad fresh, or let it sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Fat: 9g
- Protein: 2g