Marinated Tomatoes for Your Salad or As a Side Dish
Transform your salads and side dishes with these vibrant and flavorful Marinated Tomatoes! This easy, no-cook recipe combines juicy ripe tomatoes with a zesty marinade of extra virgin olive oil, tangy balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, and fresh basil for a burst of Mediterranean-inspired goodness. With just 10 minutes of prep, these marinated tomatoes are the perfect make-ahead dish, gaining even more flavor as they soak. Enjoy them as a refreshing addition to summer salads, a stand-alone side dish, or even a topping for bruschetta. Optional red onions add a subtle crunch, elevating the texture and taste. Perfect for parties, barbecues, or a quick healthy meal, this versatile recipe is a must-try for tomato lovers!
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Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 small garlic cloves
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 medium red onion (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Wash and dry the tomatoes. Slice them into medium-thick rounds or wedges, depending on your preference.
Step 2
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Step 3
If using red onion, slice it very thinly for a subtle crunch and extra flavor.
Step 4
In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper to create the marinade.
Step 5
Add the sliced tomatoes to the bowl and gently toss to coat them evenly with the marinade.
Step 6
Roughly tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the marinated tomatoes. If using red onion, mix it in at this stage.
Step 7
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and let the tomatoes marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes. For deeper flavor, refrigerate the mixture for 1-2 hours.
Step 8
Serve the marinated tomatoes as a flavorful side dish or spoon them over a fresh green salad. Optionally, drizzle with additional olive oil or balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (608.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 499.0 |
| Total Fat 43.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.0g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1214.9mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 29.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.9g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 18.6g | |
| Protein 5.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 89.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1325.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories