Spiced Marinated Tomatoes
Infuse your summer table with bold, vibrant flavors by trying this recipe for Spiced Marinated Tomatoes. Juicy, ripe tomato slices are bathed in a zesty marinade of extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar, and a touch of honey, perfectly balanced with aromatic spices like smoked paprika, cumin, and a hint of red pepper flakes for gentle heat. Fresh garlic and hand-torn basil leaves amplify the dish’s freshness, while a sprinkle of parsley adds an herby finish. With just 15 minutes of prep and no cooking required, these marinated tomatoes make an irresistible appetizer, a colorful side dish for grilled meats, or a flavorful topping for crusty bread. Prepare them in advance for a quick, chilled dish that highlights the essence of peak-season produce.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
- 1 teaspoon honey
- 2 small, minced garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 10 large fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh parsley leaves
Instructions
Wash and pat dry the tomatoes, then slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
In a small mixing bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, honey, minced garlic, ground cumin, smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper until well combined.
Arrange the tomato slices in a shallow dish or platter, slightly overlapping them for a layered presentation.
Drizzle the spiced marinade evenly over the tomato slices, ensuring each piece is coated.
Tear the basil leaves into small pieces and scatter them along with the chopped parsley over the marinated tomatoes.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap and let it sit at room temperature for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to infuse (or refrigerate for up to 2 hours for a chilled option).
Serve the spiced marinated tomatoes as a fresh appetizer, a side dish to grilled meats, or a topping for toasted bread slices.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
161 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.0 g | 18% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.0 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 495 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.6 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.3 g | 8% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 1.8 g | 4% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 31 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 406 mg | 9% | |
*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.
