Zesty Marinated Tomatoes

📷 by Be Recipe

A vibrant side dish or a delightful topping for grilled meats, these marinated tomatoes will elevate your meals and bring a taste of summer to your table year round.

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 cups fresh tomatoes, chopped (about 4 medium-sized)
• ¼ cup Santini (formerly San Gimignano Extra Virgin Olive Oil)
• 2 tbs Aceto Balsamico Maletti
• ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp Pink Crystal Salt
• ½ tsp freshly cracked black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

1. Wash the tomatoes and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
2. In a bowl, whisk together olive oil, balsamic vinegar, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well combined.
3. Add chopped basil to the sliced tomatoes and pour the marinade over them. Gently toss to coat.
4. Cover with plastic wrap or transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld.
5. Serve on a platter or in individual bowls, drizzling any remaining marinade on top.