Tomato and Onion Salad with Peppers Recipe
A quick and refreshing Tomato and Onion Salad with Peppers, combining sweet onions, juicy tomatoes, and tangy peppers, dressed with white vinegar and extra virgin olive oil. Perfect as a vibrant side dish ready in just 5 minutes, ideal for warm weather meals or light lunches.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Vegetables
- 1 cup thinly sliced sweet onion
- 3½ cups chopped tomatoes (include juice and seeds)
- 1 cup Hungarian wax peppers (or sweet banana peppers) or 2 cups sweet yellow bell peppers
Seasonings & Dressing
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt (for massaging onions)
- additional salt to taste (about ½ teaspoon recommended)
- 2 tablespoons white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Massage the Onions: In a small bowl, sprinkle the thinly sliced sweet onions with ½ teaspoon kosher salt and massage gently. Let them sit for a few minutes, or refrigerate for 2-3 hours to mellow the flavor.
- Prepare the Vegetables: In a medium bowl, combine the chopped tomatoes (with their juice and seeds) and the peppers of your choice—either Hungarian wax, sweet banana, or sweet yellow bell peppers.
- Combine and Dress: Add the onion mixture to the tomato and pepper bowl along with 2 tablespoons white vinegar and 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil. Stir everything thoroughly to blend the flavors.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the salad and add additional salt if needed, about ½ teaspoon, to enhance the flavor vibrancy. Serve immediately or refrigerate and enjoy within 5-6 days.
Notes
- This salad can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 5-6 days, allowing the flavors to develop even more.
- Use Hungarian wax or sweet banana peppers for a slightly spicy kick, or substitute with sweet yellow bell peppers for a milder flavor.
- Leaving the tomato seeds and juice adds extra juiciness and natural sweetness to the salad.
- Massaging the onions with salt softens their bite and improves the overall texture.
