Easy Marinated Tomatoes (5 Minute Salad Recipe)
on May 26, 2026
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These are simple and Easy Marinated Tomatoes that take less than 5 minutes to prepare! They are the perfect use of summer tomatoes, highlighting seasonality and flavor. This version is tossed with crunchy shallots, olive oil, and champagne vinegar. That’s basically it!
If you’re looking for more tomato recipes, be sure to check out our Caprese Salad with a Honey Cilantro Lime Dressing and One Pan Seared Salmon with Burst Cherry Tomatoes.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- No cooking required
- Less than 10 minutes to prepare
- Under 6 ingredients
- Easy to scale servings and prep ahead
- Works great as a side, a topping, or a salad
Recipe Ingredients
Below are the ingredients you need to make this recipe, including all our tips and substitutions.
- Ripe Tomatoes: You can use any variety of tomatoes for this recipe. Opt to use beefier tomatoes, such as beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes, or you can also use smaller tomatoes, such as cherry, or burst tomatoes. Choose tomatoes that are medium soft to allow the juices to come out naturally.
- Shallot: Sliced into rings and added to the mix with kosher salt and black pepper. The pungency of the shallot will be reduced once marinated.
- Champagne Vinegar and Extra-Virgin Olive Oil: The dressing components are simple, but pack a punch! The tomatoes and shallots are tossed in vinegar and olive oil.
The full list of ingredients with exact quantities can be found on the recipe card below.
Tips and Substitutions
- Serve as-is or store in the fridge to marinate to release more liquid and flavor.
- Thick tomato slices: Slice your tomatoes into thick quarters or slices, so they retain their structure and don’t get soggy.
- Champagne vinegar substitutions: Use a vinegar such as red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, balsamic vinegar, or sherry vinegar.
- Add-ons: You can use red onion in place of shallots, or you can also add fresh herbs such as chopped parsley or fresh basil.
- Prep: You can prepare this up to 1 day ahead of time.
- Storing: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
How to Make Marinated Tomatoes
Step 1: Wash your tomatoes and quarter them; keep the cuts thicker to retain their structure.
Step 2: In a bowl, add your tomatoes and shallots, tossing gently to combine.
Step 3: Season with salt, pepper, olive oil, and champagne vinegar. Toss to combine.
Step 4: Serve as-is or transfer to the fridge to marinate longer.
The full detailed instructions can be found on the recipe card below.
Serving Recommendations
Looking for some ideas to serve with these marinated tomatoes? We have you covered!
Marinated Tomatoes FAQs
You can marinate at room temperature for 20 minutes or store in the fridge overnight. Anything longer than 2 days will lose the integrity of the tomatoes and get mushy.
If you are eating them right away or within an hour, you can keep them at room temperature. This actually locks in the most flavor. But, if you want to prep ahead, store in the fridge and bring out about 20 minutes before serving.
Yes! Ensure your tomatoes are ripe without being too hard. We want them to release as much moisture as possible. You can use heirloom tomatoes, grape tomatoes, or even cherry tomatoes.
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Easy Marinated Tomatoes (5 Minute Salad Recipe)
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 to 5 medium tomatoes, quartered
- 1 small shallot, sliced into thin rings
- 2 tablespoon champagne vinegar
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- In a medium to large bowl, add in your tomatoes and shallots.
- Add over your vinegar, olive oil, salt, and pepper. Tossing super gently to combine and coat, being careful not to break up the tomatoes.
- Taste and adjust with salt and pepper. Serve at room temperature, or transfer to the fridge for later.
Notes
- Serve as-is or store in the fridge to marinate to release more liquid and flavor.
- Thick tomato slices: Slice your tomatoes into thick quarters or slices, so they retain their structure and don’t get soggy.
- Champagne vinegar substitutions: Use a vinegar such as red wine vinegar, white wine vinegar, or sherry vinegar.
- Prep: You can prepare this up to 1 day ahead of time.
- Storing: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 day.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Almost a no recipe recipe, but a super simple use of summer tomatoes! Love having this at all times! Enjoy!