Best 8 Tomato Salad With Warm Basil Dressing Recipes

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Indulge in a symphony of flavors with our tantalizing Tomato Salad with Warm Basil Dressing recipe. This refreshing and vibrant salad showcases the peak season's ripe, juicy tomatoes, complemented by a delightful array of fresh herbs, tangy red onions, and a touch of sweetness from honey. The star of the show is the warm basil dressing, an aromatic blend of olive oil, garlic, and basil that elevates the salad to a whole new level. Its herbaceous and slightly peppery taste harmonizes perfectly with the sweetness of the tomatoes, creating a captivating balance that keeps you coming back for more.

In addition to the classic tomato salad, this article also features a collection of equally delightful recipes. Embrace the simplicity of a Heirloom Tomato Salad with Mint and Feta, where the vibrant colors of heirloom tomatoes take center stage, paired with refreshing mint and tangy feta. For a Greek-inspired twist, try the Mediterranean Tomato and Cucumber Salad, a refreshing mix of tomatoes, cucumbers, red onions, and a zesty dressing of olive oil, lemon juice, and oregano. And if you're craving a more substantial meal, the Tomato and Zucchini Frittata is a savory and satisfying dish, featuring a medley of tomatoes, zucchini, and herbs, all bound together in a fluffy egg mixture. With its versatility and diverse flavors, this article offers a delectable journey through the world of tomato salads, ensuring that you'll find the perfect recipe to suit your taste buds.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

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 BASIL DRESSING



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Ripe tomatoes tossed in a pungent basil dressing. This tomato salad is so simple and absolutely delicious. The perfect side dish.

Provided by Alida Ryder

Categories     Side Dish

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 7

fresh tomatoes (I used a few punnets of mixed tomatoes from Woolworths)
handful fresh basil leaves
1/2 t salt
1/4 clove garlic
juice of 1/2 lemon
a few tablespoons olive oil
pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Ensure the tomatoes are at room temperature.
  • Slice the tomatoes in half and place in a bowl.
  • To make the dressing, combine the basil, salt and garlic in a pestle and mortar and pound until you have a relatively smooth paste.
  • Add the lemon juice and olive oil.
  • Season to taste and drizzle over the tomatoes.
  • Toss to coat the tomatoes with the dressing and serve.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 200 g, Calories 192 kcal, Carbohydrate 40 g, Protein 10 g, Fat 2 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1215 mg, Fiber 13 g, Sugar 26 g, UnsaturatedFat 2 g

TOMATO-BASIL VINAIGRETTE



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Categories     Condiment/Spread     Herb     Tomato     Salad Dressing     Basil     Summer     Bon Appétit

Yield Makes about 2 cups

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup chopped seeded plum tomatoes
1 cup (packed) coarsely chopped fresh basil
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 garlic cloves
1 cup olive oil

Steps:

  • Blend first 6 ingredients and 1/2 cup oil in processor or blender. With machine running, add remaining 1/2 cup oil; process until well blended. Season to taste with salt and pepper. (Can be made 1 day ahead. Cover and refrigerate. Bring to room temperature before using.)

TOMATO BASIL SALAD



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Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 20m

Yield 6 to 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

1/4 cup olive oil
5 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 pint red grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 pint yellow grape tomatoes, halved lengthwise
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
16 fresh basil leaves, chiffonade, plus more if needed
Salt and pepper

Steps:

  • In a small skillet, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the garlic and stir, lightly frying for about a minute and removing from the heat before the garlic gets too brown (it can be golden). Pour it into a mixing bowl and allow to cool slightly. Add the tomatoes, balsamic, basil and some salt and pepper to the bowl. Toss to combine, and then taste and add more basil if needed, and more salt if needed.

STACKED TOMATO SALAD WITH BLACK OLIVE TAPENADE AND SWEET BASIL DRESSING



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Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 25m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 18

3 pounds ripe tomatoes, (beefsteak, yellow, and heirloom), sliced into 1/2-inch thick rounds
Tapenade, recipe follows
1 pound mozzarella cheese, thinly sliced
Fresh basil leaves and sprigs, for layering and for garnish
Fresh basil leaves and sprigs, for layering and for garnish
Sweet Basil Dressing, recipe follows
2 cups kalamata or nicoise olives, pitted
3 cloves garlic, peeled, coarsely chopped
5 anchovy fillets
2 tablespoons pine nuts
1/2 cup olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
2 tablespoons honey
3/4 cup pure olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
12 basil leaves, cut into chiffonade

Steps:

  • Place a tomato slice on a plate and spread with some of the tapenade. Then place a slice of the mozzarella on top, add a few basil leaves, and finish with another tomato slice. You can add another layer to make Napoleon as high as you desire. Top with another small spoonful of the tapenade and then drizzle the Sweet Basil Dressing over the tomato and around the plate. Garnish with a sprig of fresh basil and repeat to make 4 to 6 plates.
  • Combine olives, garlic, anchovies and pine nuts in a food processor and process until smooth. With the motor running, slowly add the oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper, to taste.
  • Whisk together vinegar, Dijon mustard, and honey in a medium bowl. Slowly whisk in the olive oil until emulsified. Season with salt and pepper, to taste, and then stir in the basil.

PASTA SALAD WITH SUMMER TOMATOES, BASIL AND OLIVE OIL



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This summery dish walks the line between tangy, juicy tomato salad and hearty pasta salad. To make it, ripe tomatoes are marinated with capers, garlic, basil and lots of good olive oil until they almost fall apart, creating a wonderfully soupy dressing for the pasta. Then the pasta is added while still hot to mix; as it cools, it absorbs all the bright flavors. If you can, choose heirloom tomatoes in an array of hues, and serve this in a glass bowl to show it off. Cubes of fresh mozzarella, or bocconcini, make for creamy addition. Add them just before serving, so the heat of the pasta doesn't melt the cheese.

Provided by Melissa Clark

Categories     pastas, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 25m

Yield 8 to 10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds very ripe tomatoes, coarsely chopped
1/4 cup drained capers or sliced olives
3 garlic cloves, finely grated or mashed to a paste
Kosher salt, as needed
1/4 teaspoon black pepper, plus more as needed
1/2 teaspoon red-pepper flakes
1 large basil sprig, plus 1/2 cup torn fresh basil leaves
3 oil-packed anchovy fillets, minced (optional)
1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for serving
1 pound short pasta, such as campanelle, fusilli or farfalle

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss together the tomatoes, capers, garlic, 1/2 teaspoon salt, black pepper, red-pepper flakes, the whole basil sprig and anchovies if using. Let sit for 5 minutes, then stir in 1/2 cup oil. Taste and add salt and pepper if needed. The tomatoes should be aggressively seasoned. Let tomatoes marinate for at least 1 hour and preferably 2 to 3.
  • Bring a large pot of heavily salted water to a boil. Add pasta and cook until it is just al dente, usually a minute less than the package instructions. Drain well. Add to bowl with tomatoes while still warm and toss well. Let pasta cool, soaking up the dressing. Let pasta sit at room temperature for at least another hour and up to 6 hours before serving. Or chill for up to 24 hours; bring to room temperature before serving.
  • Just before serving, gently fold in torn basil leaves. Top with more olive oil and cracked black pepper before serving.

10-MINUTE TOMATO BASIL SALAD



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Perfect for summer, delightfully delicious!

Provided by nshawger

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 large tomato, cut into wedges
1 tablespoon chopped fresh basil
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
1 ½ teaspoons red wine vinegar, or to taste
1 pinch salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine tomato, basil, olive oil, vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl; toss until tomato wedges are evenly coated.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 157 calories, Carbohydrate 7.7 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 1.7 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 9.2 mg, Sugar 4.8 g

TOMATO-BASIL SALAD



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Simple salad with fresh taste and nice presentation.

Provided by lutzflcat

Categories     Salad     Vegetable Salad Recipes     Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 tomatoes, sliced
1 onion, sliced and halved
¼ cup fresh basil leaves, or to taste
½ cup shredded mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon lemon juice
¼ teaspoon oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place tomato slices around the edge of a plate overlapping slightly, tucking in halved onion slices and basil leaves between tomato slices. Put shredded mozzarella cheese in center of plate.
  • Whisk olive oil, lemon juice, oregano, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; drizzle over tomatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 130.5 calories, Carbohydrate 8.2 g, Cholesterol 9 mg, Fat 9.3 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 4.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.4 g, Sodium 133.7 mg, Sugar 4.7 g

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes: The better the quality of your tomatoes, the better your salad will be. Look for tomatoes that are deep red and have a slight give when you squeeze them gently.
  • Use fresh basil: Fresh basil is essential for this recipe. It adds a bright, peppery flavor that complements the tomatoes perfectly. If you can't find fresh basil, you can use dried basil, but it won't be as flavorful.
  • Make the dressing ahead of time: The dressing for this salad can be made up to 3 days in advance. This makes it a great option for busy weeknights. Just whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, honey, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl and store it in the refrigerator until you're ready to use it.
  • Serve the salad immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it's made. The tomatoes will start to wilt if they sit for too long, so don't make it ahead of time.

Conclusion:

This tomato salad with warm basil dressing is a simple but delicious summer salad. It's made with fresh, ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a tangy balsamic dressing. It's the perfect salad to serve at a picnic, potluck, or barbecue.

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