Sun-Kissed Heirloom Tomato & Herb Salad

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

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A vibrant salad featuring jewel-toned heirloom tomatoes and garden-fresh herbs, dressed in a bright lemon-herb vinaigrette that enhances their natural sweetness. This American-inspired salad recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, pairs heirloom tomatoes, fresh basil, fresh parsley 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 220 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.

Prep: 15 min Serves 4 American cuisine 220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 large, diced heirloom tomatoes
1/4 cup, thinly sliced fresh basil
1/4 cup, chopped fresh parsley
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 tbsp fresh lemon juice
1 tsp Dijon mustard
1/4 tsp sea salt
1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper

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Instructions

Step 1: In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil, 2 tbsp fresh lemon juice, 1 tsp Dijon mustard, 1/4 tsp sea salt, and 1/8 tsp freshly ground black pepper until fully emulsified and slightly thickened.
Step 2: Place 2 large diced heirloom tomatoes in a large mixing bowl, then add 1/4 cup thinly sliced fresh basil and 1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley, and pour the vinaigrette over the top.
Step 3: Gently toss the salad using two forks until all ingredients are evenly coated with the dressing and the tomatoes are just beginning to release their juices, then let rest for 10 minutes to allow flavors to meld before serving.