Fresh Tomato Basil Vinaigrette
This fresh tomato basil vinaigrette is a vibrant and flavorful dressing that enhances any salad or dish. Made with ripe tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a touch of vinegar, it offers a delightful balance of acidity and sweetness. Perfect for summer salads or as a marinade for grilled vegetables!
This recipe is italian style, lunch, scaled for 4 servings, with 10 min prep.
Prep: 10 min · Total: 10 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include garlic, red wine vinegar, fresh basil leaves, salt.
- Follow all 4 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 2 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves (packed)
- 0.5 tsp salt
- 2 cups ripe tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 0.25 tsp black pepper (freshly ground)
Instructions
- Chop the ripe tomatoes and place them in a mixing bowl.
- Add the packed fresh basil leaves, minced garlic, olive oil, red wine vinegar, salt, and black pepper to the bowl.
- Whisk the ingredients together until well combined and the vinaigrette is smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 70
- Protein: 1 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 3 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Sugar: 2 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.