Marinated Tomatoes with Lemon
Brighten up your table with these *Marinated Tomatoes with Lemon*, a quick and vibrant side dish bursting with fresh, zesty flavors. Juicy ripe tomatoes are delicately marinated in a citrusy blend of extra virgin olive oil, lemon zest, and fresh lemon juice, balanced with a hint of honey for natural sweetness. Garlic, fresh basil, and parsley elevate this simple recipe, while a touch of salt and pepper ties everything together. Perfectly chilled, these marinated tomatoes make a refreshing summer salad, a delightful topping for toasted bread, or a versatile side dish for grilled meats or seafood. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time and enhanced by a short marinade, this no-cook recipe is as easy as it is delicious! Keywords: marinated tomatoes recipe, lemon marinade, fresh summer side dish, quick no-cook recipes.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1.5 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 large garlic clove
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry. Cut each tomato into thick slices or wedges, depending on your preference, and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lemon zest, lemon juice, minced garlic (finely mince or grate the garlic clove), and honey until well combined.
Chop the fresh basil and parsley leaves finely and add them to the olive oil mixture. Stir in the salt and black pepper to taste.
Pour the marinade over the sliced tomatoes in the mixing bowl. Gently toss the tomatoes to ensure they are evenly coated with the marinade.
Cover the bowl with plastic wrap or a lid and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours) to allow the flavors to meld.
Before serving, gently toss the tomatoes once more to redistribute the marinade. Serve chilled or at room temperature as a side dish, salad base, or on toasted bread.
Garnish with additional basil or parsley leaves, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
488 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1208 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29.5 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.2 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.3 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1270 mg | 27% | |
*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.
