Description
A refreshing summer salad featuring ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a tangy dressing that celebrates fresh garden flavors.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes and minced garlic. Gently mix with your hands.
- Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomato mixture, adding salt and pepper to taste.
- Toss gently to combine all the ingredients.
- Let the salad sit for about 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.
Notes
Best enjoyed fresh, but can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days. Avoid overmixing to preserve the tomato’s texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: salad, tomato, garlic, summer dish, fresh ingredients, vegetarian