Tasty Marinated Tomatoes

  Lunch

My niece introduced me to this colorful recipe some time ago. I make it when I have buffets or large gatherings because it can be prepared hours ahead. This is a wonderful way to use a bumper crop of tomatoes.

Tasty Marinated Tomatoes

Average Rating: 4.923076

TOTAL TIME: Prep: 10 min. + marinating
YIELD: 8 servings.

Ingredients

  • 3 large or 5 medium fresh tomatoes, thickly sliced
  • 1/3 cup olive oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon salt, optional
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper
  • 1/2 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped onion
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
  • 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil or 1 teaspoon dried basil

Instructions

  • 1. Arrange tomatoes in a large shallow dish. Combine remaining ingredients in a jar; cover tightly and shake well. Pour over tomato slices. Cover and refrigerate for several hours.

Nutrition Facts

2 slices: 91 calories, 9g fat (0 saturated fat), 0 cholesterol, 6mg sodium, 3g carbohydrate (0 sugars, 0 fiber), 1g protein.

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