Grilled Tomato Marinade
Elevate your grilling game with this smoky, tangy, and slightly sweet Grilled Tomato Marinade! Made with fire-charred Roma tomatoes and roasted garlic, this recipe brings out deep, rich flavors that perfectly complement any protein or vegetable. Olive oil, balsamic vinegar, and a touch of honey add a luscious balance, while fresh basil and paprika infuse an herbaceous, earthy kick. Quick and easy to prepare, this marinade comes together in just 25 minutes, making it a must-try for summer barbecues or weeknight meals. Whether you’re brushing it over grilled chicken, tossing it with veggies, or using it as a flavorful sauce, this versatile marinade will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for meal prep, it can be stored for up to three days, ensuring effortless flavor-packed cooking all week long!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 whole Roma tomatoes
- 2 whole Garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
- 6 whole Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Honey
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Slice the Roma tomatoes in half lengthwise and drizzle them lightly with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Peel the garlic cloves and wrap them in a small piece of aluminum foil with a drizzle of olive oil to prevent burning.
Place the tomatoes (cut side down) and the garlic packet on the grill.
Grill the tomatoes for 6-8 minutes per side, or until they are soft, charred, and slightly blistered. Turn the garlic packet occasionally.
Remove the grilled tomatoes and garlic from the grill and let them cool for 5 minutes.
Once cooled, add the grilled tomatoes, roasted garlic, 2 tablespoons of olive oil, balsamic vinegar, basil leaves, honey, paprika, salt, and black pepper to a blender or food processor.
Blend everything until the mixture becomes a smooth marinade. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Use the marinade immediately on your chosen protein or vegetable, or refrigerate in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
501 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.2 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2385 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.4 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 915 mg | 19% | |
*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.
