Healthy and Refreshing Fresh Tomato Salad Recipe

This fresh tomato salad is the perfect dish for hot summer days. It is light, refreshing, and bursting with flavors. Made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, tangy onions, and fragrant herbs, this salad is a great way to enjoy the abundance of fresh produce. It is easy to make and requires minimal preparation time. Serve it as a side dish or use it as a topping for sandwiches or wraps. This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with vitamins and antioxidants.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
• 1 cucumber, sliced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
• 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
• 1 garlic clove, minced
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, sliced cucumber, and thinly sliced red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently to coat all the ingredients.
4. Add the chopped parsley and basil to the salad and toss again.
5. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Serve chilled and enjoy!

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