Description
Marinated Tomato Salad is a vibrant and refreshing dish that’s perfect for summer gatherings or as a delightful side for any meal. Featuring juicy heirloom tomatoes, aromatic basil, and a zesty dressing, this salad bursts with flavor and color, making it an unforgettable addition to your table. Easy to prepare and customizable, it’s a recipe that evokes cherished memories of family picnics while delivering an explosion of taste.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups ripe heirloom tomatoes, chopped
- 1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 1 clove garlic, minced (optional)
Instructions
- Wash and chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces.
- In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic (if using), salt, and pepper.
- Tear the basil leaves and add them to the marinade.
- Combine the tomatoes with the marinade in a large bowl and toss gently until well-coated.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
- Serve chilled or at room temperature, garnished with additional basil if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Side
- Method: No cooking required
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg