Best 7 Italian Tomato Onion Salad Recipes

With its vibrant colors and tantalizing flavors, Italian tomato onion salad is a refreshing side dish or light lunch that captures the essence of the Mediterranean diet. A classic recipe from the sun-drenched regions of Italy, it combines the sweetness of ripe tomatoes, the sharpness of onions, and a medley of herbs and seasonings to create a dish that is both simple and unforgettable. Versatile and customizable, this salad can be tailored to suit your personal preferences, making it a delightful addition to any meal.

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TOMATO ONION SALAD

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"I worked as a summer cook at a Wyoming ranch for more than 20 years, and I made this marinated salad often," writes Nell Cruse of Ontario, Oregon. "It was obviously a favorite because there were never any leftovers."

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

4 large tomatoes, sliced
2 medium sweet onions, thinly sliced and separate into rings
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1 teaspoon finely chopped onion
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/4 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

Layer tomatoes and onions in a shallow serving dish. In a jar with a tight-fitting lid, combine the remaining ingredients; shake well. Drizzle over salad. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119 calories, Fat 90g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 406mg sodium, Carbohydrate 9g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 1g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

SICILIAN TOMATO & ONION SALAD

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I found this recipe in an attempt for something different to use up an over abundance of summer tomatoes! The garlic salt brings out the juices in the tomatoes, it works as an acid, so there is no need for vinegar. My family just went nuts over this! Great as a side dish or as a lite lunch! The ratio of vegetables can be adjusted to suit your own taste.

Provided by Little Bee

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

3 -4 large ripe tomatoes
1/2-1 medium sweet onion, depending on how much onion you like (Vidallia is my favorite)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon dried oregano
1/4 teaspoon garlic salt
1/8 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
4 -6 leaves fresh basil, chopped to garnish (depending on how much Basil you like)

Steps:

Cut tomatoes into bite size pieces.
Sprinkle with garlic salt and pepper.
Peel a cut onion in half vertically.
Along edge of open side, "sliver" cut onion and add to tomatoes.
Add the rest of ingredients and toss lightly.
Marinate for at least an hour.
Serve with Italian bread, provolone cheese and hard salami (or other Italian meats.).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 152.3, Fat 13.9, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 7.7, Carbohydrate 7.3, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 4.2, Protein 1.4

EASY ITALIAN TOMATO SALAD

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My guests were delighted with the colorful fresh-tasting salad. It has a wonderful dressing-made with fresh basil and parsley-to complement the juicy tomato slices.-Faye Wortman, Evansville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

5 tablespoons olive oil
4-1/2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
1 garlic clove, peeled
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 medium tomatoes, sliced
1 small red onion, thinly sliced and separated into rings

Steps:

In a blender, combine the first seven ingredients; cover and process until smooth. Arrange the tomatoes in a shallow serving dish; top with onion and dressing. Refrigerate until serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 12g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 108mg sodium, Carbohydrate 6g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

ITALIAN TOMATO CUCUMBER SALAD

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This salad I grew up on. Flavored with extra-virgin olive oil and fresh chopped oregano.

Provided by BramptonMommyof2

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Cucumber Salad Recipes

Time 45m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 tomatoes on the vine, cored and chopped
½ red onion, thinly sliced
½ seedless English cucumber, chopped
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, or more if needed
1 tablespoon chopped fresh oregano
salt and ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

Mix tomatoes, red onion, cucumber, olive oil, oregano, salt, and black pepper together in a bowl; stir to coat. Let sit for 30 minutes to blend flavors.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 128 calories, Carbohydrate 8.1 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 8.5 mg, Sugar 4.9 g

MARINATED CUCUMBER, ONION, AND TOMATO SALAD

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This is an easy salad that is perfect for a warm summer day.

Provided by BogeyBill

Categories Salad Vegetable Salad Recipes Tomato Salad Recipes

Time 2h15m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

1 cup water
½ cup distilled white vinegar
¼ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon fresh, coarsely ground black pepper
3 cucumbers, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
3 tomatoes, cut into wedges
1 onion, sliced and separated into rings

Steps:

Whisk water, vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, and pepper together in a large bowl until smooth; add cucumbers, tomatoes, and onion and stir to coat.
Cover bowl with plastic wrap; refrigerate at least 2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 9.5 g, Fiber 2.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 784 mg, Sugar 11.9 g

ITALIAN TOMATO ONION SALAD

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I made up this recipe as a copy cat to the tomato onion salad served at my favorite Italian place. It's not exactly the same but it's as close as I could get. This is a great veggie dish to have with pizza, lasagne or any Italian dish. UPDATED to adjust the amounts: I rarely use measuring utensils, especially when I'm making up a recipe and don't have time or the inclination to write everything down as I'm doing it. after reading your reviews I did notice some problems with the recipe...hopefully I've fixed them!

Provided by catalinacrawler

Categories Vegetable

Time 1h10m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

Ingredients

4 large tomatoes
1 1/2 cups red onions, sliced
1 dash apple cider vinegar
1 teaspoon sea salt
1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
1/2 tablespoon oregano
3 -4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
cracked black pepper

Steps:

Cut tomatoes into wedges scraping all juice, seeds and pulp into a mixing bowl.
Slice the onion into thin strips.
In the mixing bowl combine the onion, tomatoes, lemon juice, cider vinegar and sea salt, stir.
Let sit for at least an hour to let the salt tenderize the tomato and onion; stir often.
Add basil, oregano, garlic, olive oil and red pepper to taste; let marinate 30 minutes.
Serve with crusty Italian bread or sour dough flute slices.

TOMATO, PEPPER AND ONION SALAD

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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories side-dish

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

4 Roma or plum tomatoes, halved and thinly sliced
1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
2 cubanelle peppers, seeded and thinly sliced
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar, eyeball it
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, eyeball it
Salt and pepper

Steps:

Combine vegetables in bowl and dress with vinegar, extra-virgin olive oil, salt and pepper.

Tips:

Choose ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
Use a variety of colors of tomatoes for a visually appealing salad.
Red onion adds a sharp, slightly sweet flavor to the salad.
Fresh basil adds a bright, herbaceous flavor.
Use a good quality olive oil for the dressing.
Season the salad with salt and pepper to taste.
Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later.

Conclusion:

Italian tomato onion salad is a simple but delicious dish that is perfect for any occasion. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. The combination of ripe tomatoes, sweet onions, fresh basil, and a tangy dressing makes this salad a refreshing and flavorful side dish or light lunch. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy salad recipe, give Italian tomato onion salad a try.