Description
This simple and flavorful Marinated Cherry Tomatoes recipe combines fresh garlic, herbs, and a tangy lemon vinegar dressing to create a vibrant side dish or appetizer. Perfectly marinated cherry tomatoes with a fresh herbaceous kick make an easy, no-cook addition to any meal or salad.
Ingredients
Marinade
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/4 cup finely chopped onions
- 2 tablespoons lemon vinegar
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon minced chives
- 1 tablespoon chopped parsley
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
Main Ingredient
- 1 pound cherry tomatoes, halved
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a large bowl, whisk together the minced garlic, finely chopped onions, lemon vinegar, olive oil, minced chives, chopped parsley, kosher salt, and black pepper until fully combined.
- Marinate the Tomatoes: Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the bowl and gently stir to coat them evenly with the marinade.
- Let Tomatoes Marinate: Allow the tomatoes to marinate at room temperature for 1 to 2 hours to absorb the flavors well. Alternatively, for a deeper marination, refrigerate them for 12 to 24 hours. If refrigerated, bring the tomatoes back to room temperature before serving for best taste.
Notes
- For best flavor, use fresh, ripe cherry tomatoes.
- Marinating overnight in the refrigerator enhances the depth of flavor.
- Allow refrigerated tomatoes to come to room temperature before serving to bring out the full aroma and taste.
- Use a non-reactive bowl such as glass or ceramic for marinating to avoid any metallic taste.
- This recipe is naturally gluten free and vegetarian.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
