Description
This Marinated Tomato Salad is a bright, herbaceous Mediterranean side made with juicy vine-ripened tomatoes, red onion, garlic, and fresh herbs soaked in olive oil and vinegar. Perfect for summer meals, potlucks, or served over toasted bread as bruschetta.
Ingredients
• 5 medium-sized vine-ripened tomatoes
• 1/3 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1 garlic clove, finely grated or crushed
• 1 tablespoon flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
• 1 tablespoon basil leaves, thinly sliced
• 2 teaspoons baby capers, drained (optional)
• Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
• Additional parsley and basil for garnish (optional)
Instructions
1. Slice the tomatoes thickly and arrange them in a shallow dish.
2. Finely slice the red onion into half-moon shapes and layer over the tomatoes.
3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, red wine vinegar, garlic, capers, parsley, basil, salt, and pepper.
4. Pour the vinaigrette over the tomatoes and gently toss to coat.
5. Cover with plastic wrap and let marinate at room temperature for 2–3 hours, turning occasionally.
6. Bring to room temperature before serving if previously refrigerated.
7. Transfer to a serving bowl, garnish with fresh herbs, and enjoy with crusty bread.
Notes
– Use ripe but firm tomatoes for best texture and flavor.
– For maximum taste, always serve this salad at room temperature.
– Substitute herbs as needed — oregano or chives can be used in place of basil or parsley.
– Avoid refrigerating tomatoes long-term as it mutes their flavor.
– Great as a topping for bruschetta or tossed with pasta.
- Prep Time: 15
- Method: Marinated
- Cuisine: Mediterranean