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Mediterranean Tomato Salad

Recipe with Olive Oil

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Bold flavors of juicy tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and extra virgin olive oil make this Mediterranean Tomato Salad the perfect dish!

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Prep Time 5 min
Cook Time 7 min
Total Time 12 min
Servings 4
Serving Size 3 tablespoons
Calories 118

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Ingredients

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

Tomato Salad with olives on a white plate.

What part of the year is it best to make it?

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 to make Mediterranean Tomato Salad ?

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 any of the recipe ingredients?

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.

Mediterranean Tomato Salad on a plate.

Can I make Mediterranean Tomato Salad 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.

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!

Wine pairings and non-alcoholic options

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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 the 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.

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Ingredients

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1 big pink tomato
1 cup cherry tomato
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
3 sprigs parsley
1 spring onion sliced
1/2 cup green olives you may skip them, if you are not a fan :-)
to taste salt
to taste fresh cracked pepper

Nutrition per 1 serving

Serving Size
3 tablespoons
Calories
118
Protein
3 g
Fat
8.5 g
Carbohydrates
8.9 g
Saturated Fat
1.2 g
Sugar
2.4 g
Cholesterol
0 mg
Fiber
3.9 g
Sodium
160 mg

Please note that I am not a nutritionist. The nutrition information is provided for reference only.

How to make Mediterranean Tomato Salad

Step 1. Prepare ingredients 4 min

Wash tomatoes thoroughly. Slice pink tomato and cherry tomatoes.

Step 2. Slice vegetables 3 min

Thinly slice green onion and chop parsley. Place tomatoes on a serving plate. Add sliced onion and parsley on top of the tomatoes.

Step 3. Make dressing 1 min

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.

Step 4. Pour dressing 3 min

Pour the dressing with olives over the tomatoes.
Let the salad sit for a few minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 5. Serve 1 min

Serve chilled or at room temperature. Your Mediterranean Tomato Salad is ready. Enjoy!

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I would have never thought you could make something as easy and delicious as this salad. Thanks a lot for sharing all the details!

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