Description
Rachel’s FAVORITE Marinated Tomatoes are a vibrant, refreshing dish that captures the essence of summer in every bite. This delightful recipe combines juicy heirloom tomatoes with fragrant basil and a tangy balsamic marinade, creating a flavorful salad that’s perfect for any occasion—be it a picnic, barbecue, or festive gathering. Easy to prepare and bursting with taste, these marinated tomatoes serve as an excellent appetizer, side dish, or salad addition. Simply let them sit to absorb the delicious flavors, and watch as your guests are amazed by this wholesome yet simple dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes (heirloom or Roma)
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the tomatoes into wedges or halves.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until combined.
- Gently combine the sliced tomatoes with the marinade in a large bowl.
- Add chopped basil leaves and stir gently to mix.
- Let the mixture marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe (100g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg