Marinated Onions and Tomato Wedges

6 servings Prep: 10 m Cook: PT0M Total: 10 m Beginner
5.0/5 (2)
Marinated Onions and Tomato Wedges
Fresh tomatoes or not - Make this once, you will make again. This marinated tomato and onion dish is so good and so easy to prepare with red wine vinegar, fresh herbs, and sweet onions. You can even drink the juice - do you?

Ingredients

6 servings
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 tsp thyme
  • 1/4 tsp oregano
  • 3/4 tsp salt
  • 3 - 4 stems of green onion (onion tops), chopped
  • 1/4 cup chopped parsley
  • 1/3 cup canola oil
  • 1/4 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/4 tsp garlic powder
  • 6 medium tomatoes, quartered or sliced
  • 1 medium sweet onion, sliced

Step-by-Step Instructions

  1. In a shallow dish with a cover, combine all the ingredients except the onions and tomatoes. Stir well to blend the vinegar, oil, and seasonings into a marinade.
  2. Add the tomatoes and onions to the marinade and toss gently to coat. Cover and refrigerate anywhere from 1 hour to overnight for best flavor.
  3. When serving you could add additional tomatoes (optional) and garnish with avocados. Works well with baked turkey and steamed carrots.

Common Problems and Solutions

Q: How long can I marinate the tomatoes?

A: Anywhere from 1 hour to overnight works well. Longer marinating time allows the flavors to develop more fully, but even an hour will give you good results.

Q: Can I use other types of vinegar?

A: Red wine vinegar is best for this recipe, but white wine vinegar or apple cider vinegar will also work. Avoid balsamic vinegar as it will change the flavor profile significantly.

Tips and Techniques

Use ripe, in-season tomatoes for the best flavor. If your tomatoes are very juicy, you might want to remove some of the seeds before marinating to keep the marinade from getting too watery. The marinade juice is delicious - some folks really do drink it or use it to dress other salads.

Ingredient Substitutions

  • sweet onion: red onion or white onion
  • canola oil: olive oil or vegetable oil
  • fresh herbs (thyme, oregano, parsley): dried herbs

Equipment Needed

  • Shallow dish with cover (for marinating)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Measuring cups and spoons