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.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

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

Directions

Step 1

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.

Step 2

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.

Step 3

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.

Step 4

Pour the marinade over the sliced tomatoes in the mixing bowl. Gently toss the tomatoes to ensure they are evenly coated with the marinade.

Step 5

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.

Step 6

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.

Step 7

Garnish with additional basil or parsley leaves, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	582.9 grams (582.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	488

Total Fat 43.10g	55%
Saturated Fat 6.00g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1208mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 29.50g	11%
Dietary Fiber 6.90g	25%
Total Sugars 19.20g
Protein 5.20g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 79mg	6%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 1270mg	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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 73.6%

Protein: 3.9%

Carbs: 22.4%