Tomato And Onion Salad (Printable)

Sliced ripe tomatoes and red onion tossed with olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon and parsley for a quick, bright side.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium ripe tomatoes, sliced
02 - 1 large red onion, thinly sliced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

→ Dressing

04 - 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
06 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
07 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
08 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to Make It:

01 - Arrange the sliced tomatoes and thinly sliced red onion evenly on a large serving platter.
02 - Whisk together extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper in a small mixing bowl until fully combined.
03 - Evenly drizzle the prepared vinaigrette over the tomatoes and onions.
04 - Top the salad with chopped fresh parsley. Allow to marinate for 5 minutes before serving to let the flavors develop.

# Expert Suggestions:

01 -
  • This salad is a secret weapon when you need something vibrant in ten minutes flat.
  • Each bite is incredibly fresh, making even simple meals feel a little fancy.
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  • If you rush the marinating, the flavors don t have time to blend and the salad will taste too sharp.
  • I once left the onions too thick and nobody touched them—always go thin for the best texture.
03 -
  • If the onions are fierce, a cold water soak tames their bite without losing crispness.
  • Finishing with a pinch of flaky salt at the table adds texture and extra flavor pop.

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