Marinated Cherry Tomatoes Recipe
These easy Marinated Cherry Tomatoes combine fresh herbs, garlic, and a tangy marinade for a simple side dish or appetizer.
Servings: 4
Calories: 166kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups cherry tomatoes, cut in half
- 2 shallots, minced
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 Tablespoons white balsamic vinegar
- 2 Tablespoons fresh basil
Instructions
- Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and pat them dry with a kitchen towel. Cut each tomato in half lengthwise and place them in a large mixing bowl.
- Peel and mince the shallots and garlic. Add them to the bowl with the cherry tomatoes.
- Sprinkle salt, dried oregano, and black pepper over the cherry tomatoes, shallots, and garlic
- Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil and white balsamic vinegar over the cherry tomato mixture in the bowl.
- Roughly chop the fresh basil leaves and add them to the bowl.
- Using a large spoon or salad tongs, gently toss all the ingredients together until the cherry tomatoes are evenly coated with the seasonings, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar.
- If time allows, cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the salad chill in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
- Once chilled (if desired), transfer the cherry tomato salad to a serving dish or individual plates. Garnish with additional fresh basil leaves if desired.
- Serve the cherry tomato salad as a refreshing side dish or appetizer. It pairs well with grilled meats and seafood or as a topping for crusty bread.
Notes
If you have the time, let the salad marinate in the fridge for a few hours or even overnight to allow the flavors to develop and intensify before serving.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition
Calories: 166kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 602mg | Potassium: 391mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 792IU | Vitamin C: 35mg | Calcium: 36mg | Iron: 2mg