Tomato Garlic Salad

Here’s a simple and flavorful Tomato Garlic Salad recipe — a great summer side dish that’s fresh, zesty, and easy to make.

🍅 Tomato Garlic Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 4–5 ripe tomatoes (any variety: Roma, cherry, heirloom, etc.)

• 2–3 cloves garlic, finely minced or thinly sliced

• 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar or lemon juice

• Salt and freshly ground black pepper (to taste)

• A few fresh basil leaves (optional)

• Pinch of sugar (optional, to balance acidity)

• Optional add-ins: diced red onion, crumbled feta, fresh parsley, cucumber slices

Instructions:

1. Prep the tomatoes
   Wash and slice the tomatoes into wedges or bite-sized pieces. If using cherry tomatoes, halve them.

2. Add garlic
   Finely mince or thinly slice the garlic and add it to the tomatoes. For a milder garlic flavor, sauté the garlic in olive oil for 30 seconds before adding it.

3. Season and dress
   Drizzle with olive oil and vinegar (or lemon juice). Add salt, pepper, and a pinch of sugar if your tomatoes are very acidic.

4. Toss and let it sit
   Gently toss everything together. Let the salad sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

5. Garnish and serve
   Tear fresh basil over the top just before serving. Serve at room temperature for best flavor.

Would you like a version of this with protein (like mozzarella or chickpeas) or a Mediterranean twist?