This fresh and simple Tomato Feta Salad tastes like pure summer! Loaded with fresh tomatoes, creamy feta cheese, and tangy red onions, all tossed in a homemade dressing. Perfect as a side dish or a light lunch, this recipe is sure to impress!

When you have ripe tomatoes on hand, there’s nothing better than crafting a flavorful salad from them. Especially in summer, tomato salad in all its variations can be enjoyed every day.

And for a bit of variety, this super delicious Tomato Feta Salad comes into play! Ripe, yet slightly crunchy tomatoes, finely sliced red onion, creamy feta cheese, fresh herbs, and a super simple dressing with a citrus note and enough acidity! This salad sounds super simple, and it is.

tomato salad with feta, onion, and fresh herbs served in a bowl

It’s very quick to prepare with just a few good ingredients. And it tastes fabulous! Every bite of this salad is a delight; it is at once fresh, has a wonderful acidity, and the salty and creamy note from the feta perfectly rounds off the taste. Moreover, it’s healthy, rich in vitamins, and suitable for a low-carb diet.

For a vegan version of this salad, use this recipe to make vegan feta cheese or use a dairy-free alternative from the supermarket.

Ingredients

See recipe card for quantities.

Tomatoes – ripe, yet still crunchy tomatoes like beefsteak tomatoes are best for this salad. Beefsteak tomatoes have a particularly great flavor, a crunchy bite, and lose almost no water when cutting. The recipe also works with a tomato variety of your choice, such as cherry tomatoes, grape tomatoes, roma tomatoes, or heirloom tomatoes.
Feta – for a creamy & salty bite!
Red Onion – adds a mild spiciness. You can also use a shallot or scallion, which are a bit milder.
Fresh Herbs – Basil, & Parsley – or dill, cilantro, mint. Feel free to add a pinch of dried oregano.
Lemon Juice & White Balsamic Vinegar – provides a great acidity, fresh citrus note, and mild sweetness. This salad handles the acidity very well, which is why I particularly like it with a lot of lemon juice. You could use red wine vinegar as a substitution.
Olive Oil – the best extra virgin olive oil and tomatoes are a fabulous combination.
Salt & Black Pepper – for seasoning. I like to use coarse salt flakes, which stand out on the tomatoes.

Visual Step-by-Step Instructions

This visual step-by-step instruction will help you along the way – definitely recommended if you’re a cooking beginner!

Wash the tomatoes and cut them into bite-sized pieces or wedges. Cut the feta into cubes. Peel the onion, halve it, and slice it into fine rings.

Arrange ingredients on a large plate or in a large bowl, sprinkle chopped parsley and basil over them.

Season with a big pinch of salt and pepper. Drizzle with lemon juice, vinegar, and olive oil. Toss well before serving!

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tomato feta salad in a bowl topped with fresh herbs

Variations

Crunchy – mix English cucumber slices and kalamata olives into the salad.
Fruity – add watermelon, honeydew melon, or peach.
Spicy – season with red pepper flakes.
Filling Salad – mix the tomato salad with quinoa, bulgur, or pasta to make to serve it as a light main.
Vegan – use a dairy-free feta alternative.

Storage Instructions

I recommend enjoying this salad fresh. However, if you have leftovers, you can store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 days.

Tomatoes have hardly any taste straight from the fridge, so it’s better to let leftovers sit for 20-30 minutes at room temperature before eating.

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