Marinated Cherry Tomatoes

4 servings

30 minutes

Marinated cherry tomatoes are an exquisite Italian delicacy that embodies a balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. This recipe, rooted in Mediterranean culinary traditions, transforms ordinary tomatoes into a savory appetizer with expressive aromas. White balsamic vinegar adds a refined tang to the marinade, while the combination of chili pepper, cayenne pepper, and allspice adds a hint of heat. Thyme and bay leaves contribute freshness and depth to the flavor, making these marinated tomatoes perfect as a side dish for meat dishes, an accompaniment to cheeses, or a vibrant accent in salads. This recipe is simple to prepare but requires adherence to marinating time for full flavor development. Enjoy this Italian delicacy with a glass of good wine!

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 145.4
• Proteins: 1.9g
• Fats: 1.8g
• Carbohydrates: 27.5g

Ingredients

• White balsamic vinegar: 1 glass
• Sugar: 4 tsp
• Salt: 2 tsp
• Chile de arbol pepper (dried): 2 pc
• Allspice peas: 2 pc
• Cayenne pepper: 0.3 tsp
• Finely chopped garlic: 1 clove
• Bay leaf: 1 pc
• Tomatoes: 300 g
• Fresh thyme: 4 pc

Cooking steps

1. Bring vinegar, 3/4 cup of water, sugar, salt, chili, allspice, and cayenne pepper to a boil in a pot.

   Required ingredients:

   • White balsamic vinegar: 1 glass
   • Sugar: 4 teaspoons
   • Salt: 2 teaspoons
   • Chile de arbol pepper (dried): 2 pieces
   • Allspice peas: 2 pieces
   • Cayenne pepper: 0.3 teaspoon

2. Stir until the sugar dissolves, remove from heat. Cool for 30 minutes.

3. Place garlic and bay leaf at the bottom of a 1-liter glass jar.

   Required ingredients:

   • Finely chopped garlic: 1 clove
   • Bay leaf: 1 piece

4. Place the tomatoes and arrange thyme sprigs along the walls.

   Required ingredients:

   • Tomatoes: 300 g
   • Fresh thyme: 4 pieces

5. Pour in the marinade and let it sit for 1 hour. Store in the refrigerator for no more than 1 day.