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When it’s time to take advantage of the season’s fresh tomatoes, have our tomato salad recipes at your fingertips. They’re perfect for all varieties of tomato, including cherry, heirloom and plum, and there are recipes that can be made ahead and become more flavorful on the second day. Recipes like our Easy Tomato & Balsamic Pasta Salad and Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad with Balsamic Dressing arehealthy, fresh and bursting with summertime flavor.If you have a lot of ripe tomatoes, they’ll be good for up to 5 days if youstorethem properly. Clean the tomatoes with a dry paper towel to keep them moisture free, and only wash them before using them. Place the tomatoes upside down on a plate so they don’t bruise and keep them away from other fruits and vegetables that might cause them to ripen too much. Then settle them in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
When it’s time to take advantage of the season’s fresh tomatoes, have our tomato salad recipes at your fingertips. They’re perfect for all varieties of tomato, including cherry, heirloom and plum, and there are recipes that can be made ahead and become more flavorful on the second day. Recipes like our Easy Tomato & Balsamic Pasta Salad and Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad with Balsamic Dressing arehealthy, fresh and bursting with summertime flavor.
If you have a lot of ripe tomatoes, they’ll be good for up to 5 days if youstorethem properly. Clean the tomatoes with a dry paper towel to keep them moisture free, and only wash them before using them. Place the tomatoes upside down on a plate so they don’t bruise and keep them away from other fruits and vegetables that might cause them to ripen too much. Then settle them in a cool place out of direct sunlight.
01of 26Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil VinaigretteView RecipeSeek out several varieties of heirloom tomatoes for this simple salad. Sweeter and juicier than conventional tomatoes, they add the perfect pop of color.
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Tomato Salad with Lemon-Basil Vinaigrette
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Seek out several varieties of heirloom tomatoes for this simple salad. Sweeter and juicier than conventional tomatoes, they add the perfect pop of color.
02of 26Creamy Cucumber, Radish & Tomato Chopped SaladView RecipeA mix of cool, crunchy vegetables gives this healthy salad satisfying bite for a perfect potluck side.
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Creamy Cucumber, Radish & Tomato Chopped Salad
A mix of cool, crunchy vegetables gives this healthy salad satisfying bite for a perfect potluck side.
03of 26Caprese Salad with Cherry TomatoesView RecipePhotographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Emily Nabors HallThe basil dressing packs a punch in this caprese salad with cherry tomatoes. Dark balsamic vinegar is traditional, but to make the color pop, white balsamic vinegar can be used in its place.
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Caprese Salad with Cherry Tomatoes
Photographer / Antonis Achilleos, Prop Stylist / Kay Clarke, Food Stylist / Emily Nabors Hall
The basil dressing packs a punch in this caprese salad with cherry tomatoes. Dark balsamic vinegar is traditional, but to make the color pop, white balsamic vinegar can be used in its place.
04of 26Easy Tomato & Balsamic Pasta SaladView RecipeAndrea Mathis, M.A., R.D.N., L.D.This easy pasta salad is packed with fresh flavor from tomatoes, basil and balsamic vinegar. It takes just 10 minutes to make and while you could eat it right away, it tastes even better the longer it sits, so plan to leave at least an hour of marinating time before serving. Make a batch to have for lunch this week, serve it alongside a healthy protein source for dinner or bring it to your next potluck.
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Easy Tomato & Balsamic Pasta Salad
Andrea Mathis, M.A., R.D.N., L.D.
This easy pasta salad is packed with fresh flavor from tomatoes, basil and balsamic vinegar. It takes just 10 minutes to make and while you could eat it right away, it tastes even better the longer it sits, so plan to leave at least an hour of marinating time before serving. Make a batch to have for lunch this week, serve it alongside a healthy protein source for dinner or bring it to your next potluck.
05of 26Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad with Balsamic DressingView RecipeAndrea Mathis, M.A., R.D.N., L.D.This Greek-inspired tomato salad is packed with fresh veggies and flavor-boosting ingredients, like balsamic vinegar, Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese. This delicious salad takes just 15 minutes to make and while you could eat it right away, it tastes even better the longer it sits, so plan to leave at least an hour of marinating time before serving.
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Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad with Balsamic Dressing
This Greek-inspired tomato salad is packed with fresh veggies and flavor-boosting ingredients, like balsamic vinegar, Kalamata olives and crumbled feta cheese. This delicious salad takes just 15 minutes to make and while you could eat it right away, it tastes even better the longer it sits, so plan to leave at least an hour of marinating time before serving.
06of 26Basic Tomato & Balsamic SaladView RecipeAndrea Mathis, M.A., R.D.N., L.D.It doesn’t take much to create a delicious tomato salad. Here we pair juicy grape tomatoes with sliced onion, fresh basil and balsamic vinegar for a flavorful side dish. Once you’ve mastered this basic tomato salad recipe, you can try adding in extra ingredients to amp up the flavor even more. Think olives, feta cheese, beans or other herbs. While you can certainly eat this tasty salad right away, the flavor gets even more delicious if you let it sit in the fridge overnight.
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Basic Tomato & Balsamic Salad
It doesn’t take much to create a delicious tomato salad. Here we pair juicy grape tomatoes with sliced onion, fresh basil and balsamic vinegar for a flavorful side dish. Once you’ve mastered this basic tomato salad recipe, you can try adding in extra ingredients to amp up the flavor even more. Think olives, feta cheese, beans or other herbs. While you can certainly eat this tasty salad right away, the flavor gets even more delicious if you let it sit in the fridge overnight.
07of 26Chicken, Pepper & Tomato Balsamic SaladView RecipeAndrea Mathis, M.A., R.D.N., L.D.The classic tomato-balsamic salad gets an upgrade with the addition of satisfying chicken and crunchy bell peppers. This fresh salad recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner.
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Chicken, Pepper & Tomato Balsamic Salad
The classic tomato-balsamic salad gets an upgrade with the addition of satisfying chicken and crunchy bell peppers. This fresh salad recipe is perfect for lunch or dinner.
08of 26Marinated Cucumber & Tomato SaladView RecipeAndrea MathisThis marinated salad is such a healthy way to enjoy those fresh summer veggies and can be easily customized. Try adding in some fresh herbs or feta cheese for a little added flavor. You can also swap in seasoned pepper, which is amped up with additional seasonings, in place of the plain ground pepper for an additional flavor boost.
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Marinated Cucumber & Tomato Salad
Andrea Mathis
This marinated salad is such a healthy way to enjoy those fresh summer veggies and can be easily customized. Try adding in some fresh herbs or feta cheese for a little added flavor. You can also swap in seasoned pepper, which is amped up with additional seasonings, in place of the plain ground pepper for an additional flavor boost.
09of 26Chickpea & Tomato Balsamic SaladView RecipeAndrea Mathis, M.A., R.D.N., L.D.This easy tomato salad recipe gets a satisfying upgrade from chickpeas, which deliver both protein and fiber. The chickpeas quickly turn this simple side into a healthy lunch or dinner, perfect any time of the year. This delicious salad takes just 10 minutes to make and while you could eat it right away, it tastes even better the longer it sits, so plan to leave at least an hour of marinating time before serving.
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Chickpea & Tomato Balsamic Salad
This easy tomato salad recipe gets a satisfying upgrade from chickpeas, which deliver both protein and fiber. The chickpeas quickly turn this simple side into a healthy lunch or dinner, perfect any time of the year. This delicious salad takes just 10 minutes to make and while you could eat it right away, it tastes even better the longer it sits, so plan to leave at least an hour of marinating time before serving.
10of 26Purslane, Cucumber & Tomato Salad with MintView RecipePurslane is a nutrient-packed green with a bright, lemony flavor and delicate crunch. Many gardeners in the U.S. consider it a weed, but Cypriots use it to make refreshing salads. If it isn’t growing in your own yard, try calling a local vegetable farmer, who might be pleased to give some away, or you can order it frommelissas.comorchefs-garden.com. Watercress makes a peppery substitute in this simple salad recipe.
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Purslane, Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Mint
Purslane is a nutrient-packed green with a bright, lemony flavor and delicate crunch. Many gardeners in the U.S. consider it a weed, but Cypriots use it to make refreshing salads. If it isn’t growing in your own yard, try calling a local vegetable farmer, who might be pleased to give some away, or you can order it frommelissas.comorchefs-garden.com. Watercress makes a peppery substitute in this simple salad recipe.
11of 26Avocado Caprese SaladView RecipePhotographer / Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist / Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist / Christine KeelyThis avocado caprese salad has all the flavors of a classic caprese salad with the addition of creamy avocado. The sweet and tangy balsamic dressing pulls everything together, with fresh basil adding a refreshing pop of color. Add capers for an even bigger flavor.
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Avocado Caprese Salad
Photographer / Jennifer Causey, Food Stylist / Karen Rankin, Prop Stylist / Christine Keely
This avocado caprese salad has all the flavors of a classic caprese salad with the addition of creamy avocado. The sweet and tangy balsamic dressing pulls everything together, with fresh basil adding a refreshing pop of color. Add capers for an even bigger flavor.
12of 26Tomato, Peach & Feta SaladView RecipeTed & Chelsea CavanaughThis juicy salad is the perfect snack in the height of summer when tomatoes and peaches are at their best.
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Tomato, Peach & Feta Salad
Ted & Chelsea Cavanaugh
This juicy salad is the perfect snack in the height of summer when tomatoes and peaches are at their best.
13of 26Quinoa-Herb Tomato & Balsamic SaladView RecipeAndrea Mathis, M.A., R.D.N., L.D.In this easy tomato salad recipe, we add a healthy kick of protein and fiber in the form of quinoa. This whole grain helps make this veggie-packed salad more satisfying, which makes it the perfect thing to pack up for lunch or serve as a dinner side. This delicious salad takes just 10 minutes to make and while you could eat it right away, it tastes even better the longer it sits, so plan to leave at least an hour of marinating time before serving.
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Quinoa-Herb Tomato & Balsamic Salad
In this easy tomato salad recipe, we add a healthy kick of protein and fiber in the form of quinoa. This whole grain helps make this veggie-packed salad more satisfying, which makes it the perfect thing to pack up for lunch or serve as a dinner side. This delicious salad takes just 10 minutes to make and while you could eat it right away, it tastes even better the longer it sits, so plan to leave at least an hour of marinating time before serving.
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Marinated Cherry Tomato Salad
15of 26Cucumber, Tomato & Feta SaladView RecipeThis healthy summer salad is bursting with Mediterranean flavors and takes just 10 minutes to prepare. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, pork or fish or as part of a vegetarian spread. If you can’t find Campari tomatoes or Persian cucumbers, feel free to swap them for whatever variety looks the best at your farmers market.
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Cucumber, Tomato & Feta Salad
This healthy summer salad is bursting with Mediterranean flavors and takes just 10 minutes to prepare. Serve it alongside grilled chicken, pork or fish or as part of a vegetarian spread. If you can’t find Campari tomatoes or Persian cucumbers, feel free to swap them for whatever variety looks the best at your farmers market.
16of 26Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Preserved LemonView RecipeIn this cucumber and tomato salad recipe, preserved lemon adds a tangy, salty bite. Serve this healthy salad as an accompaniment to dishes like grilled lamb or chicken or as a side on a bed of finely julienned purple kale, lightly dressed with more olive oil and lemon juice. Look for preserved lemons at specialty-foods stores.
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Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Preserved Lemon
In this cucumber and tomato salad recipe, preserved lemon adds a tangy, salty bite. Serve this healthy salad as an accompaniment to dishes like grilled lamb or chicken or as a side on a bed of finely julienned purple kale, lightly dressed with more olive oil and lemon juice. Look for preserved lemons at specialty-foods stores.
17of 26Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado SaladView RecipeThis vibrant and healthy summer salad is perfect for BBQs and backyard parties. The dressing is whisked together right in the salad bowl before you add the vegetables, so it’s also incredibly easy to make. Choose a fairly firm avocado so it holds its shape in the salad.
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Cucumber, Tomato & Avocado Salad
This vibrant and healthy summer salad is perfect for BBQs and backyard parties. The dressing is whisked together right in the salad bowl before you add the vegetables, so it’s also incredibly easy to make. Choose a fairly firm avocado so it holds its shape in the salad.
18of 26Chopped Cucumber & Tomato Salad with LemonView RecipeGreg DuPreeIt doesn’t get easier than a cucumber and tomato summer salad! Fresh cucumber and juicy ripe tomatoes are all you need to really make this salad shine. Marinating cucumbers and tomatoes in vinegar with a touch of lemon zest infuses the dish with tangy citrus flavor.
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Chopped Cucumber & Tomato Salad with Lemon
Greg DuPree
It doesn’t get easier than a cucumber and tomato summer salad! Fresh cucumber and juicy ripe tomatoes are all you need to really make this salad shine. Marinating cucumbers and tomatoes in vinegar with a touch of lemon zest infuses the dish with tangy citrus flavor.
19of 26Egyptian Tossed SaladView RecipeThis crisp blend of vegetables is offered as a topping or side at Zooba, the Egyptian street food restaurant in New York City. We made it a stand-alone salad to stuff into pita with taameya (Egyptian falafel—see Associated Recipes) or serve with just about anything else. (Recipe adapted from Zooba Restaurant.)
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Egyptian Tossed Salad
This crisp blend of vegetables is offered as a topping or side at Zooba, the Egyptian street food restaurant in New York City. We made it a stand-alone salad to stuff into pita with taameya (Egyptian falafel—see Associated Recipes) or serve with just about anything else. (Recipe adapted from Zooba Restaurant.)
20of 26Hasselback Tomato Caprese SaladView RecipeUse the hasselback technique to upgrade plain caprese salad with this fun twist! Cutting partially into the whole tomato creates openings to layer in fresh mozzarella cheese, basil and a balsamic drizzle for tons of flavor in this unique vegetable side dish recipe.
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Hasselback Tomato Caprese Salad
Use the hasselback technique to upgrade plain caprese salad with this fun twist! Cutting partially into the whole tomato creates openings to layer in fresh mozzarella cheese, basil and a balsamic drizzle for tons of flavor in this unique vegetable side dish recipe.
21of 26Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes & BurrataView RecipeFor a gorgeous take on a classic caprese, make this healthy salad recipe with heirloom tomatoes in various colors, shapes and sizes. Swapping regular mozzarella for creamy burrata makes this summer salad even more special—but it’s still incredibly easy to make.
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Caprese Salad with Heirloom Tomatoes & Burrata
For a gorgeous take on a classic caprese, make this healthy salad recipe with heirloom tomatoes in various colors, shapes and sizes. Swapping regular mozzarella for creamy burrata makes this summer salad even more special—but it’s still incredibly easy to make.
22of 26Tomato, Watermelon & Avocado SaladView RecipeEnjoy this refreshing healthy salad recipe as a side dish or dice the tomatoes, watermelon and avocado smaller (1/2- to 1/4-inch pieces) and serve as a condiment for grilled fish, shrimp or chicken.
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Tomato, Watermelon & Avocado Salad
Enjoy this refreshing healthy salad recipe as a side dish or dice the tomatoes, watermelon and avocado smaller (1/2- to 1/4-inch pieces) and serve as a condiment for grilled fish, shrimp or chicken.
23of 26American Flag Caprese Salad with Blueberry-Balsamic VinaigretteView RecipeThis caprese salad with a patriotic twist marries the flavors of cherry tomatoes and creamy fresh mozzarella with fruity blueberries. A sweet and tangy blueberry dressing served on the side helps pull it all together on the plate. Garnish with fresh basil leaves to round out the summery flavors.
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American Flag Caprese Salad with Blueberry-Balsamic Vinaigrette
This caprese salad with a patriotic twist marries the flavors of cherry tomatoes and creamy fresh mozzarella with fruity blueberries. A sweet and tangy blueberry dressing served on the side helps pull it all together on the plate. Garnish with fresh basil leaves to round out the summery flavors.
24of 26Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato, Tuna & Pea Pasta SaladView RecipeJen CauseyServe this healthy pasta salad at your next barbecue or backyard get-together. A garlicky buttermilk dressing adds creaminess, while sun-dried tomatoes provide a nice chewiness. Look for sun-dried tomatoes that are not packed in oil.
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Creamy Sun-Dried Tomato, Tuna & Pea Pasta Salad
Jen Causey
Serve this healthy pasta salad at your next barbecue or backyard get-together. A garlicky buttermilk dressing adds creaminess, while sun-dried tomatoes provide a nice chewiness. Look for sun-dried tomatoes that are not packed in oil.
25of 26Quinoa Avocado SaladView RecipeProtein-packed quinoa pairs with creamy avocado in this refreshing grain salad. It’s the perfect make-ahead side dish to bring on a picnic or take to a potluck. Or pack it for lunch or enjoy it as a light dinner.
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Quinoa Avocado Salad
Protein-packed quinoa pairs with creamy avocado in this refreshing grain salad. It’s the perfect make-ahead side dish to bring on a picnic or take to a potluck. Or pack it for lunch or enjoy it as a light dinner.
26of 26Traditional Greek SaladView RecipeCalled horiatiki, this lettuce-free salad made up of tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, olives and feta is one of the most popular Greek dishes. It is traditionally served with bread, not pita.
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Traditional Greek Salad
Called horiatiki, this lettuce-free salad made up of tomatoes, cucumber, bell pepper, onion, olives and feta is one of the most popular Greek dishes. It is traditionally served with bread, not pita.
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