Here’s a fresh, simple tomato salad 🍅
Classic Tomato Salad
Ingredients
- Ripe tomatoes (any mix), sliced or chopped
- Olive oil
- Salt and black pepper
- Fresh basil or parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Put the tomatoes in a bowl.
- Drizzle with olive oil.
- Season with salt and pepper.
- Gently toss and finish with fresh herbs.
Easy Variations
- Mediterranean: Add sliced red onion, cucumber, and feta.
- Italian-style: Add mozzarella and a splash of balsamic vinegar or glaze.
- Simple crunch: Add thinly sliced shallots or spring onions.
- Garlic lovers: Rub the bowl with a cut garlic clove before adding tomatoes.
Best served right away, or let it sit 5–10 minutes so the juices come out and make a natural dressing.
