Best 8 Tomato Salad With Red Onion And Herbs Recipes

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**Summertime Delight: A Refreshing Symphony of Tomato, Red Onion, and Herbs**

As the sun-drenched days of summer envelop us, there's nothing quite like a vibrant and refreshing tomato salad to capture the season's essence. This delectable dish, bursting with sweetness, tang, and aromatic complexity, is a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. With a medley of ripe, juicy tomatoes, crisp red onions, and a chorus of fresh herbs, this salad is a symphony of summer's bounty. Join us on a culinary journey as we explore a collection of tantalizing tomato salad recipes, each offering a unique twist on this classic dish. From a classic combination of basil, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar to unexpected pairings like feta cheese and watermelon, these recipes will elevate your next gathering or weekday meal to a gourmet experience.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

MARINATED TOMATO SALAD



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Easy marinated sliced tomato salad with red onions and fresh basil wrapped in a delicious red wine vinegar and oil dressing. A delicious, quick salad that can be doubled quite easily to serve a crowd.

Provided by Trisha Haas - Salty Side Dish

Categories     Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

half of a red onion (sliced thin OR chopped)
3 medium tomatoes (cut into 16 wedges each)
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 teaspoon cracked peppercorn

Steps:

  • Prep your red onions, sliced tomatoes, and fresh basil.
  • In a bowl, add tomatoes, onions and basil. Set aside.
  • In a new small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt and pepper.
  • Pour oil mixture over tomatoes and mix well.
  • Let tomatoes and onions marinate for 20 minutes at room temperature.
  • If you choose to refrigerate, please note that olive oil is a fat and solidifies to an extent after long periods in colder temperatures. Make sure you bring salad to room temperature for 30 minutes and then stir to liquefy olive oil in salad prior to serving. This is with all olive oils.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 g, Calories 55 kcal, Carbohydrate 3 g, Protein 1 g, Fat 5 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 180 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 2 g, UnsaturatedFat 4 g

MARINATED TOMATO SALAD WITH HERBS



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h10m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 to 8 ripe tomatoes
4 green onions
1 cup extra-virgin olive oil
3 to 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons brown sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Handful fresh parsley leaves, lightly chopped
12 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade

Steps:

  • Cut the tomatoes into 4 wedges, then cut the wedges in half and add to a bowl. Lop off the tops of the green onions, then slice the white and mostly light green parts really thin. Add to the tomatoes.
  • Add the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, dash of salt and pepper to a jar. Screw on the lid and shake to combine. Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and toss.
  • Add the herbs and gently toss to combine. Cover and refrigerate for a couple of hours before serving.

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.

RED ONION, TOMATO AND HERB SALAD



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pounds tomatoes, sliced
1 tablespoon sugar
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced into rounds
3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
2 tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Arrange the sliced tomatoes on a shallow platter. Sprinkle the sugar on the tomatoes. Season with salt and pepper. Layer the onion rings on top of tomatoes. Garnish with chopped basil. Mix the vinegar and olive oil in a bowl and pour over the tomatoes and onions. Toss gently.

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.

MEDITERRANEAN TOMATO SALAD



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Simple Mediterranean tomato salad with feta, red onions, and fresh herbs, and finished with a bright citrus dressing of citrus and extra virgin olive oil.

Provided by Suzy Karadsheh

Categories     Salad

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 to 7 medium ripe tomatoes, (sliced into wedges (on-the-vine tomatoes or heirloom tomatoes preferred) )
1 medium red onion, (halved, then thinly sliced)
3 garlic cloves, (minced)
1 cup packed chopped fresh parsley leaves, (chopped )
1 cup packed chopped fresh dill, (chopped)
2 1/2 tsp ground sumac
Kosher salt, (to your liking)
Black pepper, (to your liking)
1 lemon, (juice of)
2 tsp white wine vinegar
1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
Feta cheese, (to your liking, optional )

Steps:

  • In a large salad or mixing bowl, add the tomatoes, onions, fresh herbs and garlic.
  • Add sumac, kosher salt and a generous sprinkle of freshly ground pepper. Add lemon juice, white wine vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Toss to combine. Taste and adjust seasoning to your liking.
  • Transfer to a serving platter or bowl. Top with large pieces of quality feta cheese (optional). Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128.3 kcal, Sugar 1.4 g, Fat 10.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.7 g, Carbohydrate 5.1 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 1.1 g, ServingSize 1 serving

TOMATO SALAD WITH RED ONION & HERBS (GOURMET)



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This delicious and easy salad is from Gourmet Magazine (Aug. 1993) and was also printed in their new cookbook. It is great with some fresh, shave Parmesan on top. You can also add cucumbers. If you don't have any shallots, just omit them. This is a great dish to make ahead as the salad is even better the next day when the flavours have had a chance to meld and develop.

Provided by blucoat

Categories     Onions

Time 15m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 tablespoon sherry vinegar or 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
1 garlic clove, minced
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 cup olive oil (preferably extra-virgin)
2 1/2 lbs tomatoes, cored and cut into 1/2-inch-thick slices (about 6 medium)
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 or 1/3 cup 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.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127.9, Fat 9.4, SaturatedFat 1.3, Sodium 20.4, Carbohydrate 10.8, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 6, Protein 2.1

TOMATO AND BREAD SALAD WITH RED ONION



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Categories     Salad     Onion     Tomato     Side     No-Cook     Quick & Easy     Buffet     Vinegar     Basil     Summer     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Vegetarian     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher

Yield Makes 6 appetizer servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/3 cup red wine vinegar
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces stale Italian bread, cut into 2-inch pieces
8 cups (about) cold water
2 pounds ripe plum tomatoes, coarsely chopped (about 5 cups)
1 small red onion, thinly sliced
1 cup loosely packed fresh basil leaves, torn into bite-size pieces

Steps:

  • Pour vinegar into small bowl. Gradually whisk in oil. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper. Place bread in large bowl. Pour in enough cold water (about 8 cups) to cover bread. Soak 5 minutes. Drain well; squeeze bread to remove as much liquid as possible. Coarsely crumble bread into same bowl. Add tomatoes, onion and basil. Toss with enough vinaigrette to coat. Season salad generously with salt and pepper. (Can be made 8 hours ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Let stand 1 hour at room temperature before serving.)

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best results.
  • Use a variety of colors and sizes of tomatoes for a visually appealing salad.
  • Red onion adds a sharp, slightly spicy flavor to the salad. If you prefer a milder flavor, you can use a different type of onion, such as yellow or white onion.
  • Fresh herbs, such as basil, oregano, and thyme, add a bright, herbaceous flavor to the salad. Use a variety of herbs for a more complex flavor.
  • A good quality olive oil is essential for a flavorful salad dressing. Look for an extra virgin olive oil with a fruity, peppery flavor.
  • Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice or balsamic vinegar for extra flavor.

Conclusion:

This tomato salad with red onion and herbs is a refreshing and flavorful dish that is perfect for a summer meal. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. With its vibrant colors and delicious flavors, this salad is sure to be a hit at your next gathering.

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