Cherry Tomatoes Marinated in Vodka in Oversized Martini Glass
Elevate your appetizer game with these Cherry Tomatoes Marinated in Vodka, served in an oversized martini glass for a chic and playful presentation. This no-cook recipe combines plump, juicy cherry tomatoes with a bold vodka-infused marinade featuring olive oil, zesty lemon, honey, fresh thyme, and garlic for a balance of tangy and herbal flavors. A dash of salt and pepper enhances the seasoning, while fresh basil adds a fragrant finishing touch. Perfectly chilled, these marinated tomatoes make an elegant starter or conversation-worthy side dish that’s ready in just 15 minutes of prep. Quick to prepare yet stunning to serve, this creative recipe is ideal for cocktail parties or anytime you want to bring gourmet flair to your table!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 cups Vodka
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Lemon zest
- 1 tablespoon Fresh lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and gently pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Using a toothpick, poke a small hole into each cherry tomato. This will allow the marinade to better penetrate the tomatoes.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the vodka, olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, honey, fresh thyme leaves, minced garlic (crushing the clove first), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to create the marinade.
Add the prepared cherry tomatoes to the bowl and toss to coat them evenly in the marinade.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the flavors to meld. For deeper flavor, marinate for up to 4 hours but no longer to prevent the tomatoes from softening too much.
Before serving, give the tomatoes a gentle stir to redistribute the marinade.
Transfer the marinated cherry tomatoes along with some of the marinade into an oversized martini glass for presentation.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and added aroma.
Serve immediately as a fun and elegant appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
617 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.7 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1201 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.5 g | 7% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.4 g | 16% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.6 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 763 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
