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Marinated tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, vinegar, and herbs in a ceramic bowl

Marinated Tomatoes with Olive Oil Garlic and Herbs

Marinated tomatoes are a fresh, easy recipe with juicy tomato texture, bright acidity, and herb flavor. This simple dish is perfect when you want a flavorful addition made with a short ingredient list.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Rest Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: American
Calories: 55
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound cherry or grape tomatoes, halved or quartered
  • 1 clove garlic, finely grated
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon vinegar or lemon juice
  • 1 tablespoon freshly minced herbs (I like parsley)
  • salt to taste (I use about 1/2 – 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Add the tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, vinegar, herbs, and salt to a small bowl.
  2. Mix the ingredients together until the tomatoes are evenly coated with the marinade.
  3. Place the marinated tomatoes in the refrigerator to rest before serving.
  4. Bring the tomatoes back to room temperature before serving for the best texture and flavor.

Notes

Tomato Options: Whole beefsteak tomatoes can also be used by slicing them into pieces. Acid Options: White vinegar, red wine vinegar, and lemon juice all work well. Timing: When marinating for longer periods, the olive oil may become slightly firm in the refrigerator; bringing the tomatoes back to room temperature will restore the texture.