By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 9, 2026
Serves 4
71 cal · 10 min
Tomatoes with Thai Basil Dressing
Recipe GLPRf03c4f8857dd3e
A simple and vibrant Thai-inspired side dish featuring fresh, ripe tomatoes topped with a bright basil-forward dressing made from Thai basil, extra-virgin olive oil, rice vinegar, and fish sauce. The herbaceous, aromatic basil combined with the tangy vinegar and umami from fish sauce creates a light yet deeply flavorful complement to the natural sweetness of the tomatoes. Ready in just 10 minutes.
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Ingredients
2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
½ cup Thai basil leaves, loosely packed
1 teaspoon Thai fish sauce
1½ pounds Fresh tomatoes
Thai basil leaves for garnish, optional
Directions
Combine the Thai basil leaves, extra-virgin olive oil, rice vinegar, and fish sauce in a food processor or blender. Puree until smooth and well combined, creating a vibrant green dressing with a pourable consistency. Set aside.
Slice the fresh tomatoes into ¼-inch-thick rounds or wedges, depending on your preference, and arrange them in a single layer on a medium serving platter.
Drizzle the Thai basil dressing evenly over the tomato slices, making sure each piece is lightly coated with the flavorful oil and herb mixture.
Top with additional fresh Thai basil leaves as a garnish if desired, and serve immediately while the tomatoes are at their best.
Comments
Thai basil is the real cost here—it's not a standard produce item at Harris Teeter, Food Lion, Publix, or Walmart in Charlotte, so expect a trip to an Asian market or specialty grocer like an international section at larger Kroger locations. The dish itself is cheap once you have the basil (tomatoes, oil, vinegar, and fish sauce are staples), and the 10-minute time is honest for a simple salad. This is a fresh, same-night side that doesn't reheat well, so plan it for a meal where you'll serve it immediately; it suits someone cooking for a household that eats together in one sitting rather than a family with staggered schedules.
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