Description
Easy Marinated Tomatoes are a vibrant and flavorful dish that can elevate any meal or gathering. This quick and easy recipe highlights the freshness of ripe tomatoes, complemented by aromatic garlic, fresh herbs, and zesty balsamic vinegar. Ready in just 10 minutes, these marinated tomatoes serve as a delightful appetizer or side dish, making them perfect for picnics, barbecues, or as a colorful addition to your dinner table. Not only are they visually appealing with their bright colors, but they also offer a refreshing taste that will impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1/4 small white onion
- Fresh dill weed (or basil, parsley, cilantro)
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- Kosher salt and ground black pepper
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes into 1/3-inch thick slices.
- Finely chop the garlic, onion, and herbs.
- In a mixing bowl, combine chopped garlic, onion, herbs, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey.
- Arrange sliced tomatoes on a shallow platter; season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon marinade over tomatoes; cover with cling film and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For more flavor complexity, allow the tomatoes to marinate overnight. Feel free to experiment with different herbs based on your personal preference.