Description
Elevate your meals with these marinated cherry tomatoes, bursting with sweet-tart flavor and aromatic herbs. Perfect as a salad topper, a side dish, or a delightful appetizer, this simple recipe showcases the beauty of fresh ingredients. With just a few minutes of prep and minimal ingredients, you’ll create a dish that leaves everyone asking for more!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (about 300g)
- 3 tbsp balsamic vinegar
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes until they gleam.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar and olive oil until well combined.
- Add minced garlic, chopped basil, salt, and pepper to the marinade; mix thoroughly.
- Gently add the cherry tomatoes to the marinade and stir to coat evenly.
- Allow marinating for at least 30 minutes to absorb the flavors before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (150g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For enhanced flavor, marinate for up to an hour or longer if possible. Feel free to experiment with other herbs like oregano or thyme for added depth. These marinated tomatoes can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.