Description
A refreshing and easy-to-make Mediterranean side dish featuring ripe tomatoes marinated in a flavorful blend of olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, and herbs. Perfect as a salad topper, side dish, or served over toasted bread for a light summer treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomatoes
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes (sliced or chopped)
Marinade
- 1/4 cup olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 clove garlic (minced)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil or parsley
Instructions
- Prepare the marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the olive oil, red wine vinegar, minced garlic, sugar, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper until well combined to create the flavorful marinade.
- Add the tomatoes: Place the sliced or chopped tomatoes into the bowl with the marinade and gently toss to ensure every piece is evenly coated with the mixture.
- Marinate the tomatoes: Cover the bowl and let the tomatoes marinate at room temperature for 30 minutes. Alternatively, refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a cooler dish with more intense flavor.
- Serve and garnish: Before serving, stir the tomatoes gently once more. Garnish with freshly chopped basil or parsley to add a burst of herbal freshness if desired.
Notes
- This dish works wonderfully as a side or as a fresh topping for salads and grilled dishes.
- Try using heirloom or cherry tomatoes for added color and a richer flavor profile.
- Can be served over toasted rustic bread to make a light appetizer or snack.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
