Easy Marinated Tomatoes
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Easy Marinated Tomatoes
Description
Easy Marinated Tomatoes focuses on using firm, ripe tomatoes sliced into thick pieces and marinated with garlic, onion, fresh herbs, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and honey. The marinade’s ingredients are finely chopped and blended, then spooned over the seasoned tomato slices. The acidity from the balsamic vinegar contrasts with the natural sweetness of the honey, while the herbs and garlic add aromatic notes. Chilling the dish for at least an hour before serving deepens the flavors and softens the tomatoes slightly without making them mushy.
This dish suits casual meals as a bright, tangy side or addition to salads and grilled foods. It offers a fresh, simple way to enjoy tomatoes when they are in season or to add a colorful component to your table.
Choosing firm tomatoes ensures the slices hold up during marination. Substituting different fresh herbs like basil or parsley is possible without changing the base flavor profile. The marinated tomatoes should be stored covered in the refrigerator and consumed within a day or two for best texture and flavor.
Ingredients
- 4 large tomato hard to the touch, ripe
- 2 garlic pressed, cloves
- 1/4 small white onion finely diced (or use red, yellow onion)
- 1/2 small dill or fresh basil, parsley, cilantro, bunch, fresh weed
- 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon honey
- salt to taste, Kosher salt
- black pepper to taste, Kosher salt
Instructions
- Slice the tomatoes into 1/3-inch thick slices, finely chop the garlic, onion, and herbs of choice.
- In a small bowl, combine the garlic, onion, herbs, oil, vinegar, and honey.
- Lay the tomatoes on a shallow platter and season with salt and pepper.
- Spoon over the garlic-herb marinade.
- Cover with cling film and refrigerate for at least 1 hour prior to serving.
Notes
- Use firm, ripe tomatoes to maintain slice texture during marination.
- Fresh basil or parsley can substitute dill as the herb component.
- Chill the tomatoes at least one hour to let flavors meld and soften.
- Store marinated tomatoes covered in the refrigerator and consume within two days.
- Avocado oil can replace olive oil if preferred.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 179 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 179kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 14g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 14g | 22% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 10g | 50% |
| Sodium | 593mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 457mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 1526IU | 31% |
| Vitamin C | 26mg | 29% |
| Calcium | 25mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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