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5-Ingredient Marinated Tomatoes

5-Ingredient Marinated Tomatoes for a Vibrant Summer Splash

This 5-Ingredient Marinated Tomatoes recipe transforms fresh ingredients into a vibrant summer side dish.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Marinating Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 80

Ingredients
  

For the Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Fresh Tomatoes Ripe, juicy tomatoes such as cherry or Roma varieties
  • 2 cloves Garlic (grated) Opt for pre-minced garlic for convenience
For the Marinade
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Can swap with white vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Use good quality extra virgin olive oil
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Herbs (basil or parsley) Chopped fresh herbs for added flavor

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • knife
  • Cutting Board

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash and dry fresh tomatoes. Cut them into bite-sized pieces or wedges.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine grated garlic, lemon juice, and olive oil. Whisk until well blended.
  3. Add chopped tomatoes to the marinade and sprinkle in salt. Toss carefully to coat each tomato.
  4. Chop fresh herbs and mix gently into the tomatoes.
  5. Cover and let marinate at room temperature for at least 15 minutes.
  6. Serve marinated tomatoes as a salad, topping, or bruschetta base.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Flavors will continue to meld over time.

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