Balsamic Tomato Basil Salad
A fresh and easy tomato basil salad with red onion and a simple balsamic dressing.
Equipment
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Chef's knife
- 1 large mixing bowl
- 1 small bowl or measuring cup for whisking dressing
- 1 spoon for tossing
Ingredients
For the Salad
- 6 cups ripe tomatoes chopped
- 1/4 cup red onion finely diced
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves torn or roughly chopped
For the Dressing
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper freshly cracked
Instructions
Prepare the Salad
- Wash and dry the tomatoes and basil. Chop the tomatoes into bite-size pieces and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Finely dice the red onion and add it to the bowl with the tomatoes. Tear or roughly chop the basil leaves and set aside.
Make the Dressing
- In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, kosher salt, and black pepper until combined.
Assemble
- Pour the dressing over the tomatoes and onion. Add the basil and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed with more salt or a small splash of balsamic vinegar.
- Serve immediately, using a slotted spoon if desired to leave excess juices behind.
Notes
Use the ripest tomatoes you can find for the best flavor. For a milder onion taste, soak the diced red onion in cold water for 10 minutes and drain well. This salad is best served shortly after tossing.