17 Fresh Tomato Salad Recipes You’ll Love

If you need to cool down during the hot summer months, then check out this list of tomato salad recipes.

Not only are tomatoes full of vitamins and minerals but the sweet, mild flavor goes well with almost everything. 

The fruit is also packed with water to keep you well-hydrated throughout the worst of heat waves.

Whether it’s an Italian Caprese appetizer, or a good, tangy Greek salad, I’m sure you’ll find your next meal below.

Treat your tastebuds right with one of these tomato salad recipes.

1. Fresh Tomato Salad

You can’t beat this fresh tomato salad!

If you’re looking for your next summer staple, you’re in the right place. 

This recipe has everything. It includes juicy cherry tomatoes, tangy onions with a savory bite, and soft mozzarella that melts in your mouth.

What more could you want?

2. Summer Tomato Salad

If you want to serve a healthy vegan appetizer, this is the recipe for you.

You’ll love the combination of crisp onions and fresh herbs that tantalize your taste buds. 

Tomatoes are the real star of the show here, creating one juicy bite that will have you craving more.

3. Marinated Tomato Salad

If you’ve never considered marinating your tomatoes, consider this your wake-up call.

Letting your ripe fruit bathe in a vinaigrette infuses so much flavor into every morsel.

You’ll love how the mild flavor transforms into something out of this world. 

Trust me, you’ll be blown away by this recipe.

4. Cucumber Tomato Salad

The next time you need the perfect side dish for a summer barbecue, give this recipe a try.

You’ll obsess over how much flavor is in every fresh forkful.

If you have an overabundance of dill growing in your herb garden, why not put it to great use in this fantastic recipe?

You’ll obsess over the tasty, herb flavor in every bite, making this the perfect salad for spring. 

5. Summer Cherry Tomato Salad

Nothing tastes better on a hot day than this delicious cherry tomato salad.

It’s tangy, fresh, and best of all, you won’t need to turn on your stove to make this magical recipe.

Every time you take a nibble, the bright, juicy cherry tomatoes will hydrate you and cool you down during the hottest of heat waves. 

6. Tomato Avocado Salad

Okay, this salad is a feast for the senses.

If you’re looking for a flavorful bowl of yum, you can’t beat this tomato avocado salad. 

You’ll love how the bright colors shine from the table with a glistening brilliance, inviting you to dig in.

Need a tasty lunch to enjoy on the terrace? Then be sure to check this recipe out. 

7. Corn, Avocado, and Tomato Salad

You can’t beat the combination of corn, avocado, and tomatoes. If you’re not convinced, then let this recipe change your mind.

You’ll obsess over how the sweetness of the roasted corn mixes perfectly with the creamy avocado. 

The juicy pop of cherry tomato is the icing on the cake, creating one magnificent mouthful.

8. Tomato Burrata Salad 

The simplicity of this tomato burrata salad makes this recipe a home run.

Next time you’re looking for a simple summer appetizer, give this delicious salad a try.

All you need is 10 minutes and a handful of ingredients to throw together this dreamy dish.

I’m certain your dinner guests will bug you for the recipe after you serve them this Italian-inspired salad. 

9. Greek Salad

If you love a good Caprese salad but find yourself longing for more flavor, then allow me to introduce you to this winning recipe.

Like the Caprese salad, you’ll find tomatoes and cheese as the two main players.

But there’s also a cast of winning ingredients that add so much tasty goodness.

Imagine biting into this fresh recipe and being met with salty olives, fresh mint, and tangy feta.

If this sounds like heaven served up on a plate, then be sure to check out this recipe. 

10. Panzanella Salad 

This recipe uses the three cornerstone ingredients of my diet: bread, cheese, and tomatoes.

If you’re like me and can’t get enough of this trifecta, then you’ll fall in love with this Panzanella salad.

Each bite carries a medley of textures.

There’s crispiness from the bread, creaminess from the cheese, and juiciness from the plump tomatoes.

11. Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese Salad

If you want to take your tastebuds on a flavor adventure, then check out this show-stopping salad.

If you’re wondering why this recipe is so good, you can thank the roasting preparation method.

Roasting your cherry tomatoes before tossing them into a salad helps bring out even more flavor than you ever thought was possible. 

Every bite will wow your palate with luscious tomatoes, fresh basil, and creamy mozzarella. 

12. Cucumber Tomato Salad with Pesto

If you need something to bring to a summer picnic, then you can’t go wrong with this recipe.

Not only is it no-cook, but you’ll adore how much fresh flavor is in every bite.

If you want to enjoy a dish that represents all the good things about the warm weather, be sure to take this recipe for a spin.

13. Creamy Cucumber and Tomato Salad

If you need a show-stopping side dish during dinner on the deck, consider this amazing recipe.

All you need are 7 simple ingredients to create this tasty salad. You’ll love how much creamy flavor is in every satisfying bite. 

14. White Bean and Cherry Tomato Salad

If you’re looking for a tomato salad that doubles as a meal, then you’ll love this recipe. 

The lightness of tomato blends perfectly with hearty white beans to power you through your day.

Each mouthful is sweet, savory, and full of wholesome goodness.

Be sure to make a big batch of this salad for work lunches throughout the week. 

15. Chimichurri Tomato Salad

Do you love chimichurri sauce so much and wish you could put it on everything? 

If you answered yes to that question, then I have the dish for you.

This recipe will have you transform your ordinary tomato salad by drizzling a healthy dose of chimichurri overtop. 

In doing so, you can create this flavor-packed salad that goes well with nearly everything. 

16. Tomato Chickpea Salad

Can you believe it takes only a couple of minutes to prepare this mouth-watering tomato chickpea salad?

If you’re trying to increase the veggie content of your diet without sacrificing flavor, then you’re going to love this recipe.

It’s so easy to make and it combines wonderfully fresh ingredients like cilantro, lime juice, and of course, tomatoes. 

17. Tomato and Onion Salad

If you’re looking for a light side to a heavier entree like curry or meat, check out this tomato and onion salad.

All you need are tomatoes, cilantro, onion, and salt to make this drool-worthy dish.

Not only does it take mere minutes to create this delicious recipe, but you won’t believe how many great flavors there are.