Marinated Tomatoes

These Marinated Tomatoes are juicy, zesty, and full of bold, simple flavor. Just layer, shake, and chill — the kind of no-cook magic that you'll love.

Course Appetizer, Salad, Side Dish

Cuisine American

Prep Time 10

Marinating Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings servings

Calories 158kcal

Author Julia Maz

Ingredients

1 lb tomatoes sliced into rounds
1 medium red onion thinly sliced into rings
2 tbsp fresh parsley finely chopped
2 medium garlic cloves minced
3 tbsp olive oil
1 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp maple syrup
1 tsp salt
1 tsp paprika
1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
1⁄8 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Cut the tomatoes into medium-thick rounds.
1 lb tomatoes
In a container with a lid, add a layer of sliced tomatoes. Top with some red onion and a sprinkle of chopped parsley. Repeat the layers until everything is used.
1 medium red onion, 2 tbsp fresh parsley
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, soy sauce, maple syrup, salt, paprika, vinegar, minced garlic, and black pepper.
2 medium garlic cloves, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 1 tsp maple syrup, 1 tsp salt, 1 tsp paprika, 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar, 1⁄8 tsp black pepper
Pour the dressing over the tomatoes. Cover the container with a lid, shake gently to coat, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes before serving.

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Notes

🔀 Recipe Variations

🍋 Try lemon juice – For a slightly different tang.
🌶️ Add a little heat – A pinch of chili flakes if you like spice.
🍃 Swap the herbs – Fresh dill or basil also work beautifully.
🧅 Use shallots – A milder, sweeter alternative to red onion.
🧄 Garlic powder – A backup option if you’re out of fresh cloves.

🫙 Storage & Make-Ahead

🧊 Storage:

Keep in the fridge in a sealed container for up to 2 days. The flavors deepen as they rest.

⏳ Make-ahead tip:

This salad can be made the night before — just give it a gentle shake before serving.

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