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Marinated Tomatoes

Marinated Tomatoes: A Fresh Twist for Summer Salads

Marinated Tomatoes are a refreshing summer salad ingredient, combining vibrant flavors and healthy nutrition.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Marination Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 45 minutes
Servings: 4 cups
Course: Salads
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil can substitute with avocado or canola oil
  • 2 tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar or red wine/apple cider vinegar for variation
  • 1 teaspoon Sea Salt adjust to taste
  • 1/2 teaspoon Freshly Ground Black Pepper
  • 2 cloves Garlic (minced) fresh preferred
  • 1/4 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes optional, adjust to preference
For the Tomatoes
  • 4 large Tomatoes choose ripe, slightly soft for best flavor
For the Herbs
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Basil (chopped or dried) use less if dried
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped or dried) use less if dried

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • spatula
  • Plastic Wrap
  • knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Select and Prepare Tomatoes: Rinse large ripe tomatoes and slice them into wedges.
  2. Make the Marinade: Combine olive oil and balsamic vinegar, then add remaining marinade ingredients.
  3. Combine: Add sliced tomatoes to the bowl and pour marinade over them, tossing gently.
  4. Marinate: Cover and let sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes (1 to 2 hours preferred).
  5. Serve: Toss again before serving and arrange on a platter, drizzling extra marinade on top.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 7gProtein: 1gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Enjoy fresh for best flavor.

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