Best 8 Tomato And Onion Vinaigrette Recipes

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Tomato and onion vinaigrette is a classic salad dressing that combines the freshness of juicy tomatoes and the pungency of crispy onions with a tangy and aromatic dressing. This versatile dressing can be used to elevate the flavors of a variety of salads, from simple greens to hearty grain bowls. With its vibrant color and delicious taste, tomato and onion vinaigrette is a surefire way to add a pop of flavor to any meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

EASY TOMATO VINAIGRETTE



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Tomato vinaigrette made with tomato juice, shallots, and the right amount of seasoning goes quite nicely with any salad.

Provided by Jan Nelson

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Salad Dressing Recipes     Vinaigrette Dressing Recipes

Time 10m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup tomato juice
½ cup olive oil
⅓ cup red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons minced shallot
2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
2 teaspoons onion powder
1 ½ teaspoons dry mustard

Steps:

  • Blend tomato juice, olive oil, vinegar, shallot, Worcestershire sauce, onion powder, and dry mustard together in a blender until smooth.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 135.2 calories, Carbohydrate 3.2 g, Fat 13.7 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 0.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 96.5 mg, Sugar 1.5 g

TOMATO VINAIGRETTE



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My mother-in-law gave me this recipe, and I've used it often. It's a nice change of pace from your basic lettuce and tomato salad.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

12 thick tomato slices
1/2 cup olive oil
2 to 3 tablespoons red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon snipped fresh oregano
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground mustard
6 large lettuce leaves
Minced green onions
Minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Arrange tomato slices in an 8-in. square dish; set aside. In a small bowl, whisk together oil, vinegar, garlic, oregano, salt, pepper and mustard. Pour over tomatoes. Cover and chill for 1-2 hours. , To serve, place each lettuce leaf on an individual plate and top with two tomato slices. Drizzle with dressing. Sprinkle with onions and parsley.

Nutrition Facts :

PLUM TOMATOES WITH BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Sliced plum tomatoes and red onion are tossed with a homemade vinaigrette to create this summery salad. Fresh basil adds the flavorful finishing touch. -Ann Sobotka of Glendale, Arizona

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 10m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

6 medium plum or heirloom tomatoes, sliced
1/2 cup sliced red onion
3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon sugar
1/8 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon pepper
4 fresh basil leaves, snipped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, gently combine tomatoes and onion. In a small bowl, whisk the vinegar, oil, sugar, salt, garlic powder and pepper. Pour over tomato mixture; toss gently to coat. Sprinkle with basil. Serve at room temperature with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 114 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 93mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

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

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

TOMATO AND ONION VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 pound plum tomatoes, finely chopped
1 small green bell pepper, finely chopped
1/2 large white onion, finely chopped
1 cup white vinegar
1/3 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons coarse salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon granulated sugar

Steps:

  • Place all ingredients in a medium bowl and stir to combine. Let stand at room temperature for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours, stirring occasionally.

MAUI ONION TOMATO SALAD WITH PANCETTA AND BASIL BALSAMIC VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Food Network

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
1 ounce pancetta, diced
1/4 teaspoon finely minced garlic
1/4 teaspoon finely minced shallot
1/4 cup balsamic vinegar
6 large basil leaves, julienned
3 Maui onions, julienned
6 large rip Kula beefsteak tomatoes
6 cups washed and torn baby mixed greens
6 sprigs fresh basil, for garnish

Steps:

  • Make vinaigrette: heat the olive oil in a large saute pan and saute the pancetta, garlic and shallot over medium-high heat for 1 minute. Remove from the heat and stir in the vinegar and half of the basil. Add the onions and return to the heat for about 30 seconds. Remove from the heat and stir in the remaining basil.
  • Core the tomatoes; cut a slice off the tops and bottoms and discard. Cut each tomato into 3 thick slices. Try and keep the slices in order!
  • To assemble: place a bottom tomato slice on each serving plate. Place a layer of the greens on top of the tomato, using up about half the greens. Place a layer of the onions and a little of the vinaigrette over the greens, and then the center tomato slice. Add another layer of the greens (use the rest), onions (save some for garnish) and top with the last slice of tomato. Garnish with onion and a basil sprig.

PASTA SALAD WITH TOMATOES, CUCUMBERS AND GRILLED GREEN ONION-CRUSHED OLIVE VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Geoffrey Zakarian

Categories     side-dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 bunch scallions
1/3 cup plus 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
8 ounces fusilli pasta
4 tablespoons Chardonnay vinegar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper
2/3 cup kalamata olives, pitted and chopped
1/2 cup cherry tomatoes, halved
1/4 red onion, finely diced
One 6-ounce piece provolone cheese, diced
1/4 cup fresh dill, chopped
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
2 cups baby arugula

Steps:

  • Preheat a grill to high.
  • Toss the scallions in 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill the scallions until the bulbs are tender and the greens are well charred, 6 to 8 minutes, turning every couple of minutes. Set aside to cool. When the scallions are cooled, chop them finely.
  • Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil for the pasta. Add the pasta and cook until al dente, about 2 minutes less than the package instructions.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the vinegar and mustard. Season with salt and pepper. Whisk in the remaining 1/3 cup olive oil. Add the scallions and toss to coat.
  • When the pasta is finished cooking, drain and add to the vinaigrette. Add the olives, tomatoes, red onion, provolone, dill, parsley and arugula. Toss to combine.

TOMATO AND HERB VINAIGRETTE



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Provided by Pierre Franey

Categories     condiments

Time 5m

Yield About 1 cup

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 medium-size ripe tomato, skin and core removed, cut into 1/4-inch cubes, about 1/2 cup
2 tablespoons red-wine vinegar
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 cup finely chopped green onions or scallions
2 teaspoons finely chopped garlic
1/4 cup coarsely chopped fresh basil or Italian parsley
1 teaspoon grated orange rind
1/2 teaspoon chopped jalapeno pepper, optional
Salt and freshly ground pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and blend well with a wire whisk.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 265, UnsaturatedFat 23 grams, Carbohydrate 5 grams, Fat 27 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 1 gram, SaturatedFat 4 grams, Sodium 297 milligrams, Sugar 2 grams

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes and onions. This will ensure that your vinaigrette is packed with flavor.
  • Use a good quality olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil is the best choice, as it has a more robust flavor.
  • Add a splash of vinegar. Red wine vinegar or balsamic vinegar are both good choices.
  • Season with salt and pepper. Start with a small amount and add more to taste.
  • Let the vinaigrette sit for a while before using. This will allow the flavors to meld together.
  • Store the vinaigrette in a jar or bottle in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Tomato and onion vinaigrette is a versatile dressing that can be used on a variety of dishes. It's perfect for salads, grilled meats, and even fish. It's also a great way to add a pop of flavor to your favorite dishes. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor to your food, reach for a tomato and onion vinaigrette.

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