Best 20 Tomato Red Onion Salad Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our refreshing Tomato Red Onion Salad, a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes taste buds and adds vibrancy to any occasion. This delectable salad showcases a vibrant medley of juicy tomatoes, crisp red onions, and a delightful array of herbs, all harmoniously blended in a tangy vinaigrette dressing. Experience a burst of freshness with each bite as the sweetness of the tomatoes dances in perfect harmony with the piquant bite of the onions. Discover culinary bliss with this simple yet extraordinary salad that caters to a variety of dietary preferences, including gluten-free and vegan options.

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Here are our top 20 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND RED ONION SALAD



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"Refreshing light summer salad." I like to make this salad in the Summer when my Tomatoes, and Basil are plentiful and Cucumbers are 3 for a dollar at the Grocery stores and farmers markets! A very pretty healthy salad. Try it I don't think you will be dissapointed!

Provided by Little Bee

Categories     Vegetable

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers, halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 large tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
2/3 cup coarsely chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh basil leaf
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the cucumbers, vinegar, sugar and salt. Let stand at room temperature for an hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes, onion, Basil and oil to cucumbers and toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.
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CHICKPEA SALAD WITH RED ONION AND TOMATO



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A good chickpea salad, that is low-fat and high in protein.

Provided by Candice

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 2h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

19 ounces garbanzo beans, drained
2 tablespoons red onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tomato, chopped
½ cup chopped parsley
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the chickpeas, red onion, garlic, tomato, parsley, olive oil, lemon juice and salt and pepper to taste. Chill for 2 hours before serving. Taste and adjust seasoning. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262.3 calories, Carbohydrate 33.3 g, Fat 11.8 g, Fiber 6.7 g, Protein 7.3 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 404.4 mg, Sugar 1.4 g

TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND RED ONION SALAD WITH MINT



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Refreshing light summer salad.

Provided by Alison

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 large cucumbers - halved lengthwise, seeded and sliced
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 large tomatoes, seeded and coarsely chopped
⅔ cup coarsely chopped red onion
½ cup chopped fresh mint leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the cucumbers, vinegar, sugar and salt. Let stand at room temperature for an hour, stirring occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes, onion, mint and oil to cucumbers and toss to blend. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 110.1 calories, Carbohydrate 11.9 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 394.9 mg, Sugar 6.8 g

TOMATO, CUCUMBER AND RED ONION SALAD WITH MINT



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Categories     Salad     Onion     Tomato     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Low Cal     Mint     Summer     Healthy     Vegan     Bon Appétit     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Serves 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 large English hothouse cucumbers
1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
3 large tomatoes, seeded, coarsely chopped
2/3 cup coarsely chopped red onion
1/2 cup chopped fresh mint
3 tablespoons olive oil

Steps:

  • 6 SERVINGS Cut cucumbers in half lengthwise; scrape out seeds. Cut halves diagonally into 1/2-inch-wide pieces. Place in large bowl. Add vinegar, sugar and salt. Let stand at room temperature 1 hour; toss occasionally.
  • Add tomatoes, red onion, mint and oil to cucumbers and toss to blend. Season salad with salt and pepper.

CUCUMBER, TOMATO, AND RED ONION SALAD



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This is a simple and great salad as a cooling accompaniment to curry or any spicy meal.

Provided by tastebudart

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 tomatoes, cut into 8 wedges
2 large cucumbers, peeled and sliced
1 large red onion, chopped
¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro
juice of 1 fresh lime
salt to taste

Steps:

  • Mix the tomatoes, cucumbers, red onion, cilantro, and lime juice together in a bowl. Season with salt to serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 40.5 calories, Carbohydrate 9.5 g, Fat 0.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 0.1 g, Sodium 8 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

TOMATO AND RED ONION SALAD



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Take advantage of your tomato haul and create this simple -- and simply delicious -- summer salad.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Time 20m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 pounds small to medium red and yellow tomatoes, halved if small and quartered if medium
1 medium red onion, quartered and cut into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 tablespoons finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 teaspoon coarse salt
Freshly ground pepper
1/3 cup good-quality extra-virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Gently toss together tomatoes, onion, parsley, and salt in a large bowl; season with pepper. Drizzle in oil, and toss to combine. Let stand 10 minutes before serving.

"EAT YOUR VEGETABLES!": GREEN BEAN SALAD WITH RED ONION AND TOMATO



Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 15m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound fresh green beans, washed and trimmed
1/4 red onion, sliced thin
1/4 European cucumber, cut into thin sticks resembling shape and size of green beans
1/2 pint grape tomatoes, halved
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1/2 lemon, juiced
Coarse salt and pepper

Steps:

  • Steam green beans in 1/2 inch boiling water covered for 3 or 4 minutes. Cold shock beans by running under cold water and drain well. Place beans in a bowl and combine with onions, cucumber and tomato. Dress salad with a generous drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil and the juice of 1/2 lemon. Season salad with coarse salt and pepper, to taste.

TOMATO SALAD WITH RED ONION AND HERBS



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Categories     Salad     Herb     Onion     Tomato     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Summer     Chill     Healthy     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4 to 6

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon Sherry vinegar (available at specialty foods shops and some supermarkets)
1 teaspoon Dijon-style mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 1/2 pounds (about 6 medium) tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices
1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion, separated into rings
2 shallots, sliced thin
1/3 cup minced mixed fresh herbs such as basil, parsley, tarragon, and/or mint plus an herb sprig for garnish

Steps:

  • In a small bowl whisk together the lemon juice, the vinegar, the mustard, the garlic, the sugar, and salt and pepper to taste, add the oil in a stream, whisking, and whisk the dressing until it is emulsified. Arrange the tomato slices on a deep platter, scatter the onion and the shallots over them, and pour the dressing over the salad. Chill the salad for 20 minutes, sprinkle it with the minced herbs, and garnish it with the herb sprig.

GRILLED RED PEPPER, SWEET ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD



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Make and share this Grilled Red Pepper, Sweet Onion, and Tomato Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Dr. Jenny

Categories     Onions

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 red bell peppers
2 sweet white onions, cut into rounds 3/4 inches thick (e.g., maui, vidalia, walla walla)
4 large tomatoes (approximately 2 lb total)
olive oil, for coating
1 bunch fresh basil, stemmed, coarsely chopped if desired
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
salt & freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Steps:

  • Prepare charcoal or gas grill for direct grilling over high heat, or preheat indoor electric grill. Oil the grill rack.
  • Put bell peppers, onion rounds, and tomatoes in a bowl and coat them with oil.
  • Grill peppers directly over high heat, turning to char and blister them on all sides, 5-7 minutes.
  • Transfer to a paper bag, close the bag, and let cool for 10 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, grill onion rounds, turning once, until grill marked and partly tender, 2-3 mins per side. Transfer to a cutting board.
  • Grill tomatoes, turning often, until grill marked, 3-4 minutes. Dont overcook. Transfer to a cutting board.
  • Peel peppers and cut open to remove seeds and stems. Chop peppers coarsely and mound on a platter. Coarsely chop onions; then core and chop the tomatoes and add them to the platter.
  • Scatter basil leaves on top of the vegetables.
  • To make vinaigrette, combine garlic and vinegar in a small bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss well.
  • Season with salt and pepper and serve.

TOMATO-RED ONION SALAD



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
3 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and pepper
2 cups watercress
2 tomatoes, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
1 large red onion, sliced into 1/2-inch slices
1/2 cup crumbled Maytag blue cheese

Steps:

  • Whisk together the vinegar and mustard in a small bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil and season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Toss the watercress in a few tablespoons of the dressing and arrange on a platter. Top with slices of the tomatoes and onions and drizzle with the remaining dressing. Sprinkle with the blue cheese.

TOMATO, AVOCADO, AND RED ONION SALAD



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Make and share this Tomato, Avocado, and Red Onion Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Low Protein

Time 30m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 ripe tomatoes, cored
2 ripe avocados
1 lemon, juice of
1/2 very small red onion, peeled, sliced paper-thin and separated into rings
balsamic vinegar or red wine vinegar
fruity olive oil
fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Cut the tomatoes crosswise into ½ inch slices; set aside.
  • Cut the avocados in half lengthwise, remove the pits, and peel.
  • Cut the avocado halves lengthwise into thin slices.
  • Sprinkle lemon juice over the avocado pieces to prevent discoloration.
  • Arrange tomatoes so they just overlap along the bottom edge of individual salad plates or a platter.
  • Place the avocado slices in a fan shape above the tomatoes.
  • Sprinkle the onion rings on top of the tomato slices.
  • Lightly sprinkle vinegar and oil to taste over the vegetables.
  • Grind fresh black pepper over the whole salad.

GRILLED AVOCADO, TOMATO, RED ONION SALAD



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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 21m

Yield 5 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

10 tomatoes, quartered
4 avocados, peeled, halved, and pitted
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
1 red onion, sliced
1/2 lemon
1 cup pesto sauce
1/2 cup pine nuts
Parmiggiano-Reggiano

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill over medium heat.
  • Cover a large tray with tomato quarters, and set aside.
  • Place avocado halves in a bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Place each half on a hot open grill for about 30 to 45 seconds. Remove and place on top of the tomatoes arranged on tray. Drizzle with olive oil again.
  • In another bowl, cover the red onion slices with the juice from the lemon half and olive oil. Place onions in the empty avocado pit holes. Cover with the lemon/olive oil mix. Then, top with pesto, distributing generously on all sides. Sprinkle pine nuts and cheese on top, to taste.

CUCUMBER, TOMATO AND RED ONION SALAD



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Great fresh salad that uses early summer vegetables. Very colorful too! Cooking time is the time for soaking the onions.

Provided by breezermom

Categories     Onions

Time 40m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 red onion, cut in 1/4 inch wedges
4 cucumbers, peeled and sliced in 1/2 inch rounds
3 roma tomatoes, cored and cut in 1/2 inch wedges
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
3/4 cup cider vinegar
6 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 tablespoon parsley, chopped

Steps:

  • Soak the red onion wedges in salted ice water for 30 minutes and then drain well.
  • Put the onion, cucumbers, and tomatoes in a large bowl and season with salt and pepper.
  • Mix together the vinegar, sugar, and canola oil in a small bowl until the sugar is dissolved. Add to the vegetables and toss well. Refrigerate.
  • To serve, add the chopped parsley and toss.

TOMATO SALAD WITH RED ONION AND BASIL



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Provided by Jacques Pepin

Categories     easy, quick, salads and dressings

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 large ripe tomatoes (about 1 1/2 to 2 pounds)
1 large red onion, peeled
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
5 tablespoons olive oil or a mixture of olive oil and vegetable oil (safflower or corn oil)
1/4 cup shredded fresh basil

Steps:

  • Cut the tomatoes horizontally into 1/4-inch slices. (Remember that a sharp blade is required to slice very ripe tomatoes.) Arrange the slices, overlapping them slightly, on a large oval or round gratin dish.
  • Cut the peeled onion into 1/8-inch thick slices. Separate the slices into rings and arrange over the tomatoes. Sprinkle with the salt, pepper, vinegar and oil, coating the whole surface as evenly as possible. Sprinkle the shredded basil on top and serve at room temperature. This goes well with a crunchy, crusty French bread.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 137, UnsaturatedFat 11 grams, Carbohydrate 7 grams, Fat 12 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 395 milligrams, Sugar 4 grams, TransFat 0 grams

TOMATO 'N' RED ONION SALAD



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Ruby red tomatoes and pretty sliced onions in a tangy lime vinaigrette offer a nice change of pace from typical tossed green salads.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced
4 slices red onion, separated into rings
1/4 cup lime juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Place tomatoes and onions in a shallow serving bowl. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the lime juice, oil, sugar, salt and cilantro; shake well. Pour over salad and toss gently to coat.

Nutrition Facts :

TOMATO, BASIL, AND RED ONION SALAD



Tomato, Basil, and Red Onion Salad image

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Salad Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 6

5 large ripe red tomatoes, sliced crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
2 large red onions, thinly sliced crosswise
1/3 cup balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Coarse salt and freshly ground pepper
Basil leaves, for garnish

Steps:

  • Arrange alternating slices of tomatoes and onions on a serving platter. Drizzle with vinegar and oil. Season with salt and pepper. Garnish with torn basil leaves.

TOMATO, MINT, AND RED ONION SALAD



Tomato, Mint, and Red Onion Salad image

Categories     Salad     Onion     Tomato     Side     No-Cook     Vegetarian     Quick & Easy     Mint     Summer     Vegan     Gourmet

Yield Serves 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound tomatoes (about 3)
1/4 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
8 fresh mint leaves, sliced thin
1 small red onion, sliced thin and soaked in ice water for 30 minutes

Steps:

  • Cut the tomatoes into 1/4-inch-thick slices and arrange half the slices in one layer in a shallow serving dish. In a small bowl combine the sugar and the salt and sprinkle the layer of tomatoes with half the mixture. Arrange the remaining tomato slices on top and sprinkle them with the remaining sugar mixture. Drizzle the tomatoes with the oil and the vinegar and let the salad stand at room temperature for 30 minutes. Sprinkle the salad with the mint and arrange the onion, drained and separated into rings, on top.

TOMATO, CUCUMBER, AND RED ONION SALAD



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Categories     Tomato     Vegetable     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 large tomatoes, seeded and chopped
2 large cucumbers
1 large red onion, chopped
16 oz. pitted kalamata olives
8 oz. crumbled feta
1/2 cup olive oil
1/4 balsamic vinegar
2 tsp. dried oregeno
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Cucumber preperation: Peel cucumbers and then slice in half. Using a melon baller, scrape out all the seeds. Slice into 1/2 inch cresent shapes. Combine cucumbers in a large bowl with tomatoes, onions, olives and feta. In a seperate container, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, oregeno. Add salt and pepper to your liking. Pour dressing over vegetables and toss. Chill before serving. Can be made up to one day ahead.

TOMATO, MINT AND RED ONION SALAD



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Make and share this Tomato, Mint and Red Onion Salad recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Charlotte J

Categories     Fruit

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

30 cherry tomatoes
1/2 small red onion, finely chopped
1/4 cup mint, fresh & finely chopped
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 lemon, juice
1 lemon, zest of
salt
pepper

Steps:

  • Slice tomatoes in half and place in bowl.
  • Add onion and mint to tomatoes and mix.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and lemon juice.
  • Sprinkle the lemon zest on top.
  • Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Let salad marinate for 20 minutes before serving.

TOMATO AND RED ONION SALAD



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Cool summer Salad with fresh vine ripened tomatos and sweet red onion. Simple, quick and delicious. Very nice garnished with fresh basil strips.

Provided by Derf2440

Categories     Onions

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 -5 large lettuce leaves
2 -3 large tomatoes, vine ripened
1 medium red onion
3 -4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 -4 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • Line a platter with lettuce leaves.
  • Cut tomatoes and onion into 1/4 inch slices.
  • Line the lettuce leaves alternately with the tomato and onion slices. Drizzle olive oil and vinegar over. Sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 303.7, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 1.9, Sugar 3.8, Protein 1.4

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Use a sharp knife to slice the tomatoes and onions thinly and evenly.
  • If you don't have balsamic vinegar, you can substitute red wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar.
  • For a spicier salad, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes.
  • To make a vegan version of the salad, omit the feta cheese.
  • This salad is best served fresh, but it can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

Conclusion:

This tomato and red onion salad is a refreshing and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With its bright colors and tangy dressing, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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