Marinated Tomatoes: A Delicious Recipe for Flavorful Summer Salads
Elevate your summer meals with these zesty marinated tomatoes! This simple yet flavorful dish combines ripe tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and fresh herbs to create a vibrant side that complements any meal. Perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a refreshing addition to salads, these marinated tomatoes are sure to impress your family and friends. With just a few minutes of preparation and a bit of marinating time, you can enjoy a burst of flavor that enhances grilled meats, pasta salads, or even bruschetta.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Serves about 4 people 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried parsley)
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the tomatoes by rinsing them under cold water and patting them dry. Slice into wedges or cubes.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, sea salt, black pepper, and minced garlic.
- Stir in the chopped herbs and red pepper flakes if desired.
- Pour the marinade over the sliced tomatoes in a mixing bowl and gently toss to coat.
- Cover and let marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes (up to 2 hours) for maximum flavor.
- Serve at room temperature or slightly chilled.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg