Salads

French Tomato Salad

Name: French Tomato Salad Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: French
Ingredients: 2 medium tomatoes, thinly sliced or diced; 1/2 shallot, finely minced; 3-4 fresh basil leaves, chopped; 1 tbsp olive oil; 2 tbsp red wine vinegar; Pinch of salt, to taste; Freshly cracked black pepper, to taste

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Why I love this Tomato Salad Recipe

There’s nothing more appetizing to me than a fresh, in-season tomato. That perfectly ripened tomato that tastes like summer, bursting in your mouth and dripping sweet juice down your arm with every bite—absolute perfection. As you might have guessed, I love tomatoes! This particular French tomato salad recipe has become one of my go-to side dishes. It’s perfect for those warm summer days when you want something flavorful, refreshing, and effortless to prepare.

On busy days, I’ll often pair this salad with a rotisserie chicken, 5-minute grilled couscous, and some garlicky green beans (recipes coming soon!)

When are tomatoes in season?

While tomatoes are available year-round in most places, they’re at their absolute best when in season.

Tomato season typically runs from July to October, though this can vary depending on your location. Check out the Seasonal Food Guide to see when tomatoes, and other produce, are in season near you!

I find tomatoes eaten out of season to be powdery and flavorless; they just never seem to measure up to a perfectly ripened in-season tomato. Whether you decide to make this particular tomato salad in or out of season, it’s sure to keep you wanting for more.

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