Easy Herb Tomato Salad

This Easy Herb Tomato Salad is a refreshing and vibrant dish, perfect for any meal. Juicy heirloom tomatoes are tossed with fresh dill, parsley, and a medley of other herbs, then topped with grated Parmesan. Drizzled with a light olive oil dressing, it's a simple yet flavorful side that celebrates the best of summer produce. Vegan Option!

This Easy Herb Tomato Salad is such a classic salad recipe, it's seriously the perfect summer side! The colorful heirloom tomatoes are gorgeous, and it's bursting with herby flavors. It's great for potlucks, BBQs, or weeknights when you want a fresh side. Plus it takes only 10 minutes to make! That's a win for busy mamas like me!

But let’s be honest—sometimes I focus so much on the main dish that I don’t have another 30 minutes to spend on a side. That's where this recipe is perfect! I added Parmesan, but you can skip it or use a dairy-free Parmesan to make this recipe vegan!

If you’ve got extra tomatoes, why not whip up my fave easy classic bruschetta or some delicious herb-roasted tomatoes? And if cucumbers are more your thing, you’ve got to try my cucumber smashed salad! Trust me, both are super tasty and perfect for any occasion.

Jump to:

• Why You Will LOVE Easy Herb Tomato Salad
• How To Make Easy Herb Tomato Salad
• Ingredients
• What Are The Best Tomatoes For Tomato Salad?
• What To Eat With Easy Herb Tomato Salad
• Additional Toppings Ideas For Herb Tomato Salad
• Are Tomatoes Healthy?
• Best Ways To Use Leftover Herb Tomato Salad
• Easy Herb Tomato Salad Q + A's
• More Healthy Salad Recipes
• MADE OUR RECIPE(S)?
• Easy Herb Tomato Salad

Why You Will LOVE Easy Herb Tomato Salad

• Quick + simple to make, no-fuss preparation.
• Bursting with fresh colorful heirloom tomatoes + herby flavors
• Bursting with fun texture + flavor
• Sure to impress at potlucks and gatherings
• Uses simple, affordable ingredients.
• Great way to use up extra tomatoes

How To Make Easy Herb Tomato Salad

This salad is seriously so easy! All you need to do is cut your tomatoes with a sharp knife, then mix in all your ingredients. Here’s what you need:

Ingredients

SALAD:

• Heirloom tomatoes. Cut into wedges.
• Cherry or grape tomatoes. Halved.
• Green tomatoes. Cut into wedges. This will add some flavor variation!
• Fresh dill. Stalks removed + chopped
• Fresh-parsley. Stems also removed + chopped
• Extra virgin olive oil. You can also use grapeseed oil or avocado oil, if desired. Feel free to use your favorite high-quality EVOO. My fave tried and trusted brand is California Olive Ranch.
• Seasonings + herbs. Sea salt, black pepper, garlic powder, dried basil + dried oregano.
• Freshly grated parmesan. This adds a nice cheesy umami pop to the overall flavor.

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What Are The Best Tomatoes For Tomato Salad?

I love using a mix of heirloom, cherry, and green tomatoes for this salad. They add a variety of colors and flavors that make it extra special. However, you can use whatever tomatoes you have on hand or other varieties like Roma, grape, or beefsteak tomatoes. The key is to choose ripe, flavorful tomatoes for the best taste!

What To Eat With Easy Herb Tomato Salad

I love having Easy Herb Tomato Salad with heavier meals to balance out the flavors, but honestly, it goes well with everything! Here are a few of my favorite dishes to enjoy it with:

• On the side of pasta dishes like spaghetti or lasagna for a light + refreshing side.
• Add it atop garlic bread or make some bruschetta
• Grilled or baked chicken (or fish) for a light meal.
• Steak or fish like salmon for a refreshing side.
• With sandwiches or burgers as a crisp side.
• Alongside summer barbecue favorites like steak + chicken wings

Additional Toppings Ideas For Herb Tomato Salad

While this Easy Herb Tomato Salad is perfect as is---I definitely wanted to give options for those of you might make this salad more than once and want to switch things up!

Other ingredient ideas include:

• Avocado
• Red onion
• Cucumber
• Olives
• Croutons
• Other cheeses --- mozzarella, feta, gorgonzola or goat cheese would work!
• Nuts + seeds (i.e. pine nuts, pecans, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, etc.)

Are Tomatoes Healthy?

Yes, tomatoes are very healthy! They are rich in essential nutrients such as vitamins A, C, and K, as well as potassium and folate. Tomatoes are also high in antioxidants, particularly lycopene, which has been linked to a reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. The vitamins + antioxidants in tomatoes also contribute to healthy skin!

Best Ways To Use Leftover Herb Tomato Salad

If you're anything like me, you might find yourself with leftover salad and no idea what to do with it. Here are a few ideas:

• Pile it onto toasted baguette slices for a quick + tasty appetizer.
• Pasta salad --- Mix it into cooked pasta with some extra olive oil + Parmesan for a refreshing pasta salad.
• Add it to your sandwiches or wraps for a burst of fresh flavor.
• Top your favorite grain bowl with the salad for added texture and taste.
• Add them into Frittatas or quiche for a delicious breakfast or brunch.

Easy Herb Tomato Salad Q + A's

More Healthy Salad Recipes

Now that you've fallen in love with Easy Herb Tomato Salad recipe, put to good use your remaining produce with these great salad recipes:

• Best Lemon Pepper Chicken Chopped Salad
• Ultimate Summer BBQ Chopped Kale Salad
• Roasted Cauliflower Green Goddess Salad
• Baked Jamaican Jerk Chicken Salad
• Healthy Loaded Kale Salad with Spicy Chickpeas
• Quick + Easy Blood Orange Kale Salad

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