Garlic Tomatoes for the Tapas Bar
Transport your taste buds straight to Spain with this flavorful and easy-to-make “Garlic Tomatoes for the Tapas Bar.” Bursting with the vibrant sweetness of blistered cherry tomatoes, this dish is elevated by the aromatic duo of golden sautéed garlic and fragrant parsley. Finished with a hint of chili flakes for optional heat, these juicy tomatoes are gently cooked in extra virgin olive oil, creating a rich, garlicky sauce perfect for mopping up with crusty bread. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is an ideal centerpiece for a tapas spread, a simple appetizer, or a side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats and seafood. Perfectly quick and irresistibly Mediterranean, this recipe is your ticket to authentic tapas dining at home!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams cherry tomatoes
- 4 units garlic cloves
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel. Set aside.
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly into even chips.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and set it aside for garnish.
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Once the oil is warm, add the sliced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and toss them gently in the garlic-infused oil.
Season the tomatoes with salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes if using. Stir gently to coat the tomatoes evenly.
Cook the tomatoes over medium heat for about 7-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until their skins begin to blister and they release some of their juices.
Remove the skillet from heat and transfer the garlic tomatoes to a serving bowl or platter.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top as a garnish for a fresh herby kick.
Serve warm with crusty bread or as part of a tapas spread. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
474 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1217 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.4 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.9 g | 25% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 94 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1306 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
