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Marinated Tomatoes

Marinated Tomatoes: Your New Favorite Summer Side Dish

Marinated tomatoes offer a refreshing burst of flavor, making them a perfect summer salad and side dish.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 80
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 3 tablespoons Olive Oil Opt for high-quality oil for the best taste.
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice Freshly squeezed for optimal flavor.
  • 2 cloves Grated Garlic Use a microplane for fine grating.
  • to taste teaspoon Salt Adjust according to preference.
For the Tomatoes
  • 4 cups Fresh Tomatoes Cherry or beefsteak varieties recommended.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spoon
  • spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Wash the fresh tomatoes thoroughly under cool water. Slice them into halves or quarters and arrange in a large mixing bowl.
  2. In a separate bowl, combine the olive oil, lemon juice, grated garlic, and salt. Mix well until fully blended.
  3. Pour the marinade over the prepared tomatoes and gently toss to ensure even coating.
  4. Cover the bowl and let marinate at room temperature for about 10 minutes.
  5. Gently stir again before serving. Enjoy as a side dish, topping for toast, or in salads.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 1gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store marinated tomatoes in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Best flavor within 24-48 hours.

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