Aperol-Infused Tomato Basil Salad

By AislePrompt Test Kitchen · Reviewed by AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

A simple yet elegant salad featuring ripe tomatoes, fresh basil, and a bright Aperol vinaigrette for a refreshing side dish. This mediterranean-inspired salads (vegetarian) ready in about 15 minutes pairs diced heirloom tomatoes, torn fresh basil, thinly sliced red onion into a side that holds its own next to almost any main — bright, balanced, and quick enough to slot into a weeknight plate. Each serving lands at about 120 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly next to roasted proteins, grain bowls, or weeknight mains. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 2 cups, diced heirloom tomatoes
• 1/4 cup, torn fresh basil
• 1/4 cup, thinly sliced red onion
• 3 tbsp olive oil
• 2 tbsp Aperol
• 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
• 1/4 tsp salt
• 1/8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp olive oil, 2 tbsp Aperol, 1 tbsp red wine vinegar, 1/4 tsp salt, and 1/8 tsp black pepper until emulsified.
2. Step 2: Gently toss 2 cups diced heirloom tomatoes, 1/4 cup sliced red onion, and 1/4 cup torn basil in a large bowl with the vinaigrette until evenly coated.
3. Step 3: Let the salad sit for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld, then adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.