Description
Tangy marinated tomatoes bursting with flavor are the ultimate summer side dish that brings vibrant colors and zesty goodness to your table. This simple yet impressive recipe showcases ripe tomatoes soaked in a delicious marinade of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and fresh herbs. Perfect for barbecues or picnics, these marinated tomatoes will wow your guests and elevate any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- 1/4 cup fresh basil, chopped
Instructions
- Wash and chop the tomatoes into quarters or halves.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add the chopped tomatoes to the marinade and gently toss to coat.
- Sprinkle fresh basil over the mixture and toss again.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (overnight for best flavor).
- Serve chilled as a side dish or topping.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg