Description
Marinated tomatoes are a vibrant and flavorful side dish that can transform any meal with their fresh taste. This easy-to-make recipe combines ripe tomatoes with a zesty marinade of olive oil, vinegar, garlic, and herbs, creating a dish that is perfect for summer barbecues, picnics, or as a light appetizer. With minimal effort required and endless customization options, marinated tomatoes are sure to become a staple in your kitchen. Enjoy them alongside grilled meats, tossed into salads, or served on crusty bread for a delightful bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ripe tomatoes (any variety)
- ½ red onion
- 1 garlic clove
- ¼ cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar (or balsamic vinegar)
- ½ lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon fresh parsley
- Sea salt and freshly ground pepper to taste
Instructions
- Select the freshest tomatoes and prepare them by cutting cherry tomatoes in halves or quarters and slicing beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes into 1/3 inch thick slices.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, diced onion, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Pour the marinade over sliced tomatoes on a serving plate and toss gently to coat evenly.
- Cover and let marinate for at least 2 hours in the refrigerator before serving. Toss occasionally to ensure even flavor distribution.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately ½ cup (120g)
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 135mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg