Description
Roasted cherry tomatoes are a vibrant side dish bursting with natural sweetness and flavor. Perfect for elevating pastas, salads, or bruschetta, they make any meal a delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
- Fresh basil leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cool water and pat them dry. Slice in half.
- In a large bowl, toss the halved tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and pepper until well-coated.
- Arrange the seasoned tomatoes cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until soft and caramelized.
- Remove from the oven and sprinkle with freshly torn basil before serving.
Notes
- For a tangy twist, substitute olive oil with balsamic vinegar.
- Add herbs like thyme for an aromatic flavor boost during roasting.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days; reheat gently on low heat.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (75g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg