Vodka-Spiked Tomatoes with Lemon Salt

Ingredients

• 1 pound cherry tomatoes
• 1/4 cup vodka
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon lemon zest

Preparation

1. 1. Using a sharp knife, score bottom of each tomato with an X; transfer to a bowl. Bring a kettle of water to a boil; pour water over tomatoes. Let stand 30 seconds; drain tomatoes and run under cold water. Cool. Peel tomatoes.
2. 2. In a shallow dish, whisk together vodka, lemon juice, and sugar. Toss with tomatoes. Cover and refrigerate (30-60 minutes).
3. 3. Stir together last 3 ingredients; sprinkle tomatoes with lemon salt and serve.