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Simple Tomato Basil Salad

This salad combines ripe, juicy tomatoes with fresh basil, red onion, and garlic, dressed with lemon juice. The dish features a crisp texture contrast between the juicy tomatoes and crunchy onion, with vibrant colors and fresh aromas that evoke summer flavors.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Global
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pieces ripe tomatoes preferably heirloom or vine-ripened
  • 1 small red onion thinly sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic minced
  • 10 fresh basil leaves basil roughly chopped
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice freshly squeezed
  • to taste salt and pepper

Equipment

  • Chef's knife
  • Cutting board
  • Mixing bowl
  • Serving plates

Method
 

  1. Wash the tomatoes thoroughly, then core and chop them into bite-sized pieces, revealing their juicy, sun-ripened interior.
  2. Thinly slice the red onion into rings or half-moons, adding a subtle crunch to the salad.
  3. Mince the garlic cloves until fragrant and finely chopped, ready to release their pungent aroma.
  4. Roughly tear or chop the fresh basil leaves to release their aromatic oils and vibrant color.
  5. In a large mixing bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes, sliced onion, minced garlic, and basil.
  6. Drizzle the fresh lemon juice over the mixture, then gently toss everything together to evenly coat the ingredients with the bright citrus flavor.
  7. Season with salt and freshly cracked pepper to taste, mixing once more to blend the flavors.
  8. Transfer the salad to serving plates or a bowl, arranging it so the colors and textures look vibrant and inviting.
  9. Serve immediately to enjoy the freshest flavors, or let it rest briefly to allow the ingredients to meld.

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, this salad captures the essence of summer with minimal fuss.