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Marinated cherry tomatoes pricked whole for deep infusion with a savory umami-rich dressing in a bowl.

Easy Marinated Cherry Tomatoes With Fresh Herbs

Rebecca Blumer
Elevate your summer table with these juicy, herb-infused marinated cherry tomatoes. This simple side dish features a unique pricking technique that ensures every bite is bursting with savory, restaurant-quality flavor.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Salad, Side Dish
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Servings 4 servings
Calories 145 kcal

Equipment

  • Small whisk
  • Serving dish
  • Small bowl

Ingredients
 

  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 3 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon dried parsley
  • 1 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 4 cups halved cherry tomatoes

Instructions
 

Build the vinaigrette

  • In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk the vegetable oil with the apple cider vinegar, sugar, dried parsley, dried basil, dried oregano, and salt until the mixture is well-emulsified and lightly glossy.

Coat the tomatoes without bruising

  • Place the halved cherry tomatoes into a serving dish. Pour the prepared vinaigrette over the top and stir very gently to ensure the cut sides are coated without smashing the fruit.

Let time do the work

  • Cover the dish and place it in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. This allows the tomatoes to soften slightly and release their natural juices into the marinade.
  • Just before serving, scoop the tomatoes from the bottom and fold them upward to redistribute the syrupy juices and herbs.

Notes

Storage Tip: Keep these tomatoes covered in the refrigerator and enjoy them within 3 to 4 days. The texture is best within the first 48 hours before the cells begin to break down.
Serving Tip: Always serve at room temperature. If you use extra virgin olive oil and it solidifies in the fridge, let the dish sit out for 30 minutes until the oil becomes silky again.
Chef's Secret: For deeper flavor, prick a few whole tomatoes with a toothpick before marinating. This allows the vinaigrette to penetrate the skin, creating juicy, flavorful bursts.
Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.

Nutrition

Calories: 145kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 1gFat: 14gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 295mgPotassium: 250mgFiber: 1.5gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.5mg
Keyword cherry tomatoes, healthy salad, marinated tomatoes, Summer Side Dish
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