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How to Make a Basic Tomato & Balsamic Salad
Andrea Mathis, M.A., R.D.N., L.D.
This basic tomato salad is accomplished in a few simple steps. Once you’ve mastered this recipe, you’ll be able to make five more amazing recipes with some easy ingredient additions!
1. Prep your ingredients
Slice 4 cups of grape tomatoes in half and place them in a large bowl. You can also use Roma tomatoes, if desired, and cut them into bite-size chunks. Thinly slice one small white onion and coarsely chop a few basil leaves and add to the bowl (you can also add fresh parsley and/or dried oregano).
2. Drizzle on some dressing
Next, whisk together ¼ cup balsamic vinegar and 2 tablespoons olive oil in a small bowl; pour this mixture over the tomato mixture.
3. Combine, refrigerate and enjoy!
Toss all of the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Place in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to 1 hour to allow those bold flavors to mesh together. This salad can be refrigerated in an airtight container for about 3 days. This base recipe makes 3 cups.
Healthy Tomato Salad Recipes to Try Using the Formula
Start with our basic formula from above and add in the other listed ingredients to create these five easy, unique tomato-balsamic salad recipes! They can be enjoyed alone or paired with a delicious entree, like thisCreamed Spinach-Stuffed Salmonrecipe or theGrilled Peach & Brie Smothered Chicken.
See More:More Healthy Tomato Salads
Greek Tomato & Balsamic Salad
This Greek-inspired tomato salad is packed with tons of flavor and is super easy to make. Just add a sliced cucumber, ¼ cup Kalamata olives and some feta cheese to our base recipe and you’ll have a simple salad that the whole family will enjoy!Makes 4 cups.
Quinoa-Herb Tomato & Balsamic Salad
Make the most of tomato season with this simple salad combination with quinoa and herbs, Simply add 2 cups of cooked quinoa and an additional 1 tablespoon of olive oil to our base tomato salad recipe, toss and enjoy!Makes 4 cups.
Easy Tomato & Balsamic Pasta Salad
This light, refreshing pasta salad recipe is perfect for summer picnics and outings, or when you need something fresh in the off season. Make our base tomato salad recipe and add 1 pound of cooked bow-tie noodles and a little extra drizzle of balsamic vinegar.Makes 8 cups.
Chicken, Pepper & Tomato Balsamic Salad
Chickpea & Tomato Balsamic Salad
This healthy, filling and super-addictive tomato salad packs in the plant-based protein, thanks to canned chickpeas. To make this tasty salad, simply toss 1 can of rinsed chickpeas with our base recipe. And add a squeeze of lemon juice to help bring out this combo’s fresh flavors.Makes 5 cups.
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