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Marinated Tomato Salad Recipe

4.2 from 49 reviews

This simple and refreshing Marinated Tomatoes recipe highlights ripe tomatoes soaked in a flavorful blend of olive oil, red grape vinegar, fresh herbs, and aromatics. Perfect as a light salad or a vibrant side dish, it’s ready in just 10 minutes plus chilling time, infusing the tomatoes with a perfect balance of tangy and herbaceous notes.

Ingredients

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Tomatoes

  • 1.5 pounds Ripe Tomatoes

Marinade

  • 6 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
  • 2 tablespoons Red Grape Vinegar
  • ⅓ cup Red Onion, finely chopped
  • 1 clove Garlic, minced
  • 2 teaspoons Basil, chopped
  • 2 teaspoons Parsley, finely chopped
  • 1 teaspoon Dill, finely chopped
  • Salt, to taste
  • Freshly Ground Pepper, to taste

Instructions

  1. Prepare Tomatoes: Rinse and pat dry the ripe tomatoes. Slice them into ⅓ inch thick pieces. Arrange the slices evenly in a large shallow dish for even marination.
  2. Make Marinade: In a mixing bowl, whisk together extra virgin olive oil, red grape vinegar, finely chopped red onion, minced garlic, basil, parsley, dill, salt, and freshly ground pepper until well combined.
  3. Marinate Tomatoes: Pour the prepared marinade evenly over the arranged tomato slices, ensuring each slice is coated with the flavorful mixture.
  4. Chill and Infuse: Cover the dish and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours to allow the tomatoes to soak up the marinade’s flavors. Flip the tomatoes once during this time to ensure even marination.
  5. Serve: Remove from fridge and serve the marinated tomatoes as a refreshing salad or a vibrant side dish to complement your favorite meals. Enjoy the fresh, tangy, and herbaceous flavors!

Notes

  • For best results, use ripe, firm tomatoes to maintain texture during marination.
  • Adjust the salt and vinegar quantity to taste depending on the acidity and salt preference.
  • This dish can be prepared a day ahead for deeper flavor infusion.
  • Serve chilled for a refreshing contrast on warm days.
  • Can be paired well with grilled meats, fresh bread, or as part of a mezze platter.

Keywords: Marinated Tomatoes, Tomato Salad, Mediterranean Salad, Fresh Herbs, Easy Side Dish, No-Cook Recipe