Zesty Tomatoes

by Vicki Brunsvold, Tastemaker in Residence

This recipe for Zesty Tomatoes is a great choice for summer entertaining as you can marinate them up to two days ahead. A great side dish for ribs, barbecued chicken or top a leafy green salad.

Ingredients

4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved

1/3 cup green onions, thinly sliced

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced

1/3 cup white balsamic vinegar

2 tsp light brown sugar

2 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and minced

1 tsp ground cumin

1/2 tsp Kosher salt

1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper

Instructions

1. Combine the first 4 ingredients in a large bowl.

2. Combine remaining ingredients in a small bowl and whisk until well blended. Pour over the tomato mixture, tossing to coat.

3. Chill at least one hour or refrigerate up to two days until ready to serve.