Description
Bright and bursting with flavor, marinated cherry tomatoes with balsamic vinegar are the perfect addition to any meal. These juicy, tender tomatoes soak up a sweet and tangy marinade, creating a refreshing dish that elevates your summer barbecues, picnics, or weeknight dinners. They are easy to prepare and make for a stunning appetizer or salad topping that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 3 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes. Slice each tomato in half.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper.
- Add halved cherry tomatoes to the marinade and toss until well-coated.
- Allow the mixture to marinate at room temperature for at least 30 minutes.
- Just before serving, stir in freshly torn basil leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider incorporating fresh herbs like thyme or oregano. A sprinkle of feta cheese can enhance the dish even further. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week; they can be enjoyed cold or at room temperature.