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    Home > Recipes > Side Dishes

    Balsamic Marinated Tomatoes

    Published: Aug 12, 2021 · Modified: Mar 8, 2023 · by Jess Smith · Jump to Recipe · Leave a Comment · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    balsamic marinated tomatoes

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    Is there anything better in late summer than fresh tomatoes? Balsamic Marinated Tomatoes are the simplest summer side - add just a few ingredients to let the flavor of juicy tomatoes shine. 

    Tomato season is here! We’re deep in BLTs, fresh green salads with cherry tomatoes, and this simple side dish that lets the tomatoes be the star. If you’ve got great summer tomatoes, try this dish (and this one too). It’s delicious and super easy too!

    Simple Summer Sides

    All this week we’re celebrating simple summer sides! It’s hot outside and beautiful produce is in-season, so I know we’re all looking for more ways to prepare those vegetables. 

    Follow along as I share my five current favorite summer sides that use one vegetable, pantry staples, and maybe a few herbs or aromatics to round things out. It will include:

    • Sweet And Tangy Marinated Cucumbers
    • Crisp Corn Fritters
    • Pan-Seared Zucchini with Garlic and Basil
    • Balsamic Marinated Tomatoes (featured here)
    • Spicy Szechuan-Style Green Beans

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    What Herbs to Serve with Tomatoes

    Basil is classic, but try serving your fresh tomatoes with parsley, cilantro, green onions / scallions, or chives. Basil and cilantro will lose their bright green color more quickly, so if you’d like to make the dish ahead, use parsley, green onions, or chives. 

    How long to Marinate Tomatoes

    You don’t need to marinate the tomatoes for long to let the flavors develop. At least 2 hours is ideal to let the tomatoes release some of their juices and to let them soak up the flavors of the balsamic vinegar and garlic. For the most fresh flavor, serve them within 8 hours but leftovers will still be delicious for a couple of days. 

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    More Recipes with Fresh Tomatoes

    • Chilaquiles with Fresh Tomatoes and Fried Eggs
    • Fresh Corn, Tomato, and Avocado Salad with Chili Lime Vinaigrette
    • Pan-Seared Chicken with Balsamic Tomato Salad
    • Slow Roasted Tomato Salsa
    • Pan-Seared Chicken with Balsamic Tomato Salad

    Favorite Tools

    • 6-inch Global Knife
    • Cutting Board
    • Anchor 3-Piece Glass Mixing Bowls

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    5 from 3 votes

    Balsamic Marinate Tomatoes

    Is there anything better in late summer than fresh tomatoes? Balsamic Marinated Tomatoes are the simplest summer side - add just a few ingredients to let the flavor of juicy tomatoes shine.
    To adjust the servings in this recipe, click on the number next to servings.
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Side Dish
    Keyword: easy side dish, gluten free, no cook recipe, summer, tomatoes, vegetable side dish, vegetarian
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 145kcal
    Author: Jess Smith via Inquiring Chef
    Cost: $3.00

    Equipment

    • Knife
    • Cutting Board
    • Mixing Bowl

    Ingredients

    • 2 tablespoon finely chopped Fresh Herbs (like parsley, basil, green onions / scallions, or cilantro)
    • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
    • ¼ cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil
    • 2 tablespoon Balsamic Vinegar
    • ½ teaspoon Kosher Salt (see note)
    • ½ teaspoon Honey
    • 1 lb Tomatoes, any variety, sliced or chopped (see note)
    • Fresh Black Pepper, for serving

    Instructions

    • In a mixing bowl, whisk together fresh herbs, garlic, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and honey.
    • Gently fold in tomatoes. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours and up to 8 hours.
    • Just before serving, gently stir the tomatoes to coat in dressing. Top with some fresh cracked black pepper.

    Notes

    Kosher Salt - I use Morton’s Kosher Salt to test recipes. If using table salt, reduce by about half. If using Diamond Kosher Salt, increase by about 25%. Everyone has their own preferences when it comes to salt, so be sure to taste and adjust as you go. 
    Tomatoes - Use the best tomatoes you can find - preferably those that are in-season, from the farmer’s market or grown in your own backyard. Cherry or grape tomatoes are always great in this salad and can often be reliably good if bought from the grocery store. If using large tomatoes, slice them into wedges. If using smaller tomatoes, just slice them in half.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 145kcal | Carbohydrates: 6g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Sodium: 297mg | Potassium: 278mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 997IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 1mg

    *This post contains affiliate links*

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    About Jess

    Hi! I'm Jess. I am the recipe creator and photographer behind the 900+ recipes you’ll find on Inquiring Chef. As a mom to three young kids and professional cook, my mission is to make every moment in the kitchen and around the table count. If you’re looking for easy, flavorful, family-approved recipes, you’ve come to the right place! Learn more about me here.

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