Tomato salad will be bursting with flavour and refreshing if you add 1 other fruit

Tomato salad is a summertime favorite known for its bright flavours and vibrant colors, but with the addition of just one extra fruit, it can become even more refreshing and delicious. This simple twist adds a burst of flavour, an added layer of texture, and perfectly complements the acidity of the tomatoes.

With this easy upgrade, your tomato salad will truly stand out on any table. Thanks to AllRecipes, salad fans are urged to make a Persian-style tomato salad with the key ingredient: avocados. This addition is more substantial than a greens-based salad, and "It is unparalleled for taking advantage of the first succulent tomatoes of the season."

How to make a Persian-style tomato salad

Ingredients

This recipe serves four people and can be made in just 40 minutes. The Persian-style salad is low in calories (198 per serving), making it the perfect side dish or great for those on a diet (or find out how to elevate a simple salad here).

• Four tomatoes
• Two avocados
• One garlic clove
• Three tablespoons of chopped red onion
• Six sprigs of coriander
• Two tablespoons of fresh lime juice
• salt and ground black pepper to taste
• One lime

Method

Begin by preparing all of your fresh ingredients. Dice the tomatoes and avocados into evenly-sized chunks to ensure a balanced bite. Next, finely mince the garlic and onion, and chop the coriander into small pieces.

Place the chopped tomatoes, avocados, garlic, onion, and coriander into a large mixing bowl. Use a spoon or spatula to gently fold the ingredients together, being careful not to mash the avocados too much so they retain their texture.

Next, squeeze fresh lime juice over the mixture. This not only adds a bright, tangy flavor but also helps to prevent the avocados from browning.

Season the salad with a generous pinch of salt and freshly ground black pepper, adjusting the amounts to suit your taste. Once all ingredients are combined and well-seasoned, give the salad a final gentle toss.

For presentation, arrange a few thin slices of lime on top as a garnish. Serve immediately for the freshest flavour and texture.

Over 48 home cooks have made this recipe, and it boasts 4.6 stars out of five on the website. One cook shared: "My husband (who has complained I've made too many avocado-type salads recently)and I both loved this salad.

"Great flavour. The only reason I didn't give it five stars is that while we like garlic, one clove was too much for us. I have to admit it was a large clove. Will definitely make again, but use smaller cloves - less garlic, and should be perfect."

Another commented: "Sometimes the most simple things are the most delicious. This simple salad is a good example of that. The lime provided a perfect acidity and flavor to this yummy salad. I would make again. The whole family loved it."