Mediterranean Tomato Salad Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Tomato Salad Recipe with Olive Oil
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 7 min
Total time: 12 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 big pink tomato; 1 cup cherry tomato(es); 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar; 3 sprigs parsley; 1 spring onion(s); 1/2 cup green olives; to taste salt; to taste fresh cracked pepper

Ingredients

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Nutrition

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3 tablespoons

Serving Size

118

Calories

3 g

Protein

8.5 g

Fat

8.9 g

Carbohydrates

1.2 g

Saturated Fat

2.4 g

Sugar

0 mg

Cholesterol

3.9 g

Fiber

160 mg

Sodium

About recipe

This Mediterranean Tomato Salad is a perfect salad to serve with any dish – baked fish, grilled octopus, or roasted vegetables. So refreshing!

Which season is this recipe best for?

This Tomato Salad with olive oil is the best during the summer months. If you live in a warm climate, you can enjoy this salad year-round.

Where can I buy the ingredients for this recipe?

Ripe pink tomatoes, plump cherry tomatoes, and aromatic spring onion and parsley can be found at farmers’ markets or grocers specializing in Mediterranean produce.

I recommend buying authentic extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar sourced from the Mediterranean region for an authentic touch.

Can I substitute the ingredients in this recipe?

Of course! While the classic combination of tomatoes, olive oil, and herbs forms the heart of this salad, feel free to experiment with herns and tomatoes.

Substitute green olives with kalamata olives for a briny twist or add cucumbers and red onions for extra crunch and flavor.

Spring onion can be substituted with chives or garlic.

Can I make this recipe part of a menu?

Absolutely! For an appetizer, serve my delicious Shrimp in Garlic Sauce, Spicy Salmon Tartare, or Tuna Carpaccio.

Serve it alongside Veal Cutlets or Poached Salmon in White Wine as the main course.

For dessert, go with my Chocolate Raspberry Tart, Kiwi Pavlova, or Raspberry Pavlova.

Which drinks would you pair it with?

I love to serve this salad with classic beverages that complement its juicy flavors.

Crisp, dry white wines such as Vermentino from Italy offer a refreshing contrast to the salad’s acidity, and also a chilled glass of rosé adds a touch to perfection.

A Portuguese wine that would pair beautifully with this salad is Vinho Verde.

For non-alcoholic options, consider serving sparkling water infused with lemon or a refreshing mint tea.

How long can I store this recipe leftovers?

While best enjoyed fresh, leftovers of this Mediterranean Tomato Salad can be stored in the refrigerator for up to two days in an airtight container.

You can simply give this salad a gentle toss before serving to revive its freshness.

Alternatively, you may top it on top of the bruschetta or toss it with cooked pasta for a quick and flavorful pasta salad.

Recipe tips & tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, add a sprinkle of crumbled feta cheese or toasted pine nuts to the salad just before serving.
Customize the salad to your taste preferences by incorporating additional Mediterranean-inspired ingredients such as roasted red peppers, artichoke hearts, or capers.

Enjoy my refreshing and easy Mediterranean Tomato Salad!

Steps

1 Done 4 min	Prepare ingredients Wash tomatoes thoroughly. Slice pink tomato and cherry tomatoes.
2 Done 3 min	Slice vegetables Thinly slice green onion and chop parsley. Place tomatoes on a serving plate. Add sliced onion and parsley on top of the tomatoes.
3 Done 1 min	Make dressing Whisk together the extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar to make the dressing. Add some salt and pepper and 1/2 cup of olives. Mix together.
4 Done 3 min	Pour dressing Pour the dressing with olives over the tomatoes. Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5 Done 1 min	Serve Serve chilled or at room temperature. Your Mediterranean Tomato Salad is ready. Enjoy!