This refreshing cold appetizer highlights the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes paired with sharp, sweet onion slices. The dish is dressed with a simple yet effective marinade of vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen as it chills. The result is a crisp, tangy, and slightly sweet bite that cuts through richness perfectly. It is an ideal make-ahead dish for summer potlucks, garden parties, or as a light starter before a heavier meal. Garnished with fresh green pepper rings and parsley, it offers a vibrant pop of color and freshness. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe brings a classic, home-style elegance to your table without any cooking required, relying solely on quality ingredients and time to develop its character.
Tomatoes Supreme
Description
This refreshing cold appetizer highlights the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes paired with sharp, sweet onion slices. The dish is dressed with a simple yet effective marinade of vinegar, sugar, salt, and pepper, allowing the flavors to meld and deepen as it chills. The result is a crisp, tangy, and slightly sweet bite that cuts through richness perfectly. It is an ideal make-ahead dish for summer potlucks, garden parties, or as a light starter before a heavier meal. Garnished with fresh green pepper rings and parsley, it offers a vibrant pop of color and freshness. Simple to assemble with pantry staples, this recipe brings a classic, home-style elegance to your table without any cooking required, relying solely on quality ingredients and time to develop its character.Ingredients
Directions
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Place tomato slices on paper towels to drain excess moisture, then arrange them on a serving plate.
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In a small bowl, combine salt, pepper, and sugar.
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Lightly sprinkle half of the salt mixture over the tomato slices.
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Top each tomato slice with a thin sweet onion slice.
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Drizzle approximately 1 tablespoon of vinegar over each onion slice.
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Sprinkle the remaining salt mixture over the onions.
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Cover the plate and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to allow flavors to meld.
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Garnish with green pepper rings and chopped fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 47.2kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 0.4g1%
- Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 4885.1mg204%
- Total Carbohydrate 10.7g4%
- Dietary Fiber 2.6g11%
- Sugars 7.7g
- Protein 1.9g4%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For best results, choose ripe but firm tomatoes that hold their shape when sliced.
If your tomatoes are very juicy, be sure to pat them dry thoroughly to prevent the dressing from becoming too watery.
You can adjust the sugar amount based on the acidity of your vinegar and the sweetness of your tomatoes.
This dish tastes even better if allowed to chill for up to 2 hours.
