Simple and Delicious Tomato Salad Recipe

This easy tomato salad is a perfect side dish for any summer meal. Made with ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumbers, and tangy red onion, this salad is bursting with fresh flavors. The simple vinaigrette dressing brings all the ingredients together for a refreshing and satisfying dish.

Ingredients

• 4 ripe tomatoes, sliced
• 1 cucumber, diced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
• Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cucumber, red onion, and basil leaves.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper.
3. Pour the dressing over the tomato mixture and toss gently to coat.
4. Let the salad sit at room temperature for 10 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Serve the tomato salad chilled or at room temperature.

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