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Jalapeño Tomato Salad

Zesty Jalapeño Tomato Salad for a Fresh Summer Bite

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Enjoy a refreshing Jalapeño Tomato Salad bursting with flavors, perfect for summer gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Resting Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 2-3 pieces Ripe Tomatoes Use juicy and firm tomatoes.
  • 1 piece Jalapeño De-seed for milder spice.
  • 0.5 cup Red Onion Sliced.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley Chopped.
  • 0.25 cup Fresh Cilantro Chopped, omit if preferred.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Salt Adjust to taste.
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin for robust flavor.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice Freshly squeezed.
For the Dressing
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Juice

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Mason jar
  • cutting board
  • knife

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Wash and dice 2-3 ripe tomatoes, finely chop 1 jalapeño, slice 0.5 red onion, and roughly chop parsley and cilantro. Combine in a large mixing bowl.
  2. Sprinkle the vegetable mixture with 0.5 teaspoon of salt and pepper; toss gently until mixed.
  3. In a medium bowl or mason jar, combine 3 tablespoons of olive oil and juice of 1 lime; whisk or shake until well mixed.
  4. Pour the dressing over the vegetable mixture and gently toss until evenly coated.
  5. Cover the bowl and let the salad rest at room temperature for 1-3 hours.
  6. Toss again before serving; enjoy chilled or at room temperature.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 2gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 50mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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