Greek Lemon Tomatoes
Brighten up your table with Greek Lemon Tomatoes, a simple yet vibrant Mediterranean-inspired dish bursting with flavor. This quick recipe pairs tender, pan-seared ripe tomatoes with a luscious garlic-lemon sauce, accented by fragrant oregano and fresh parsley. A hint of lemon zest adds a refreshing citrusy kick, perfectly complementing the caramelized sweetness of the tomatoes. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish is ideal as a side or light appetizer, bringing the essence of Greek cuisine to your plate with ingredients like olive oil, fresh lemon juice, and classic herbs. Healthy, flavorful, and effortlessly elegant, Greek Lemon Tomatoes are a must-try for fans of bold yet balanced flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe tomatoes (medium-sized)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 2 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes and slice them in half horizontally.
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Place the tomatoes cut-side down in the skillet and cook for 5-7 minutes until they soften and start to brown slightly.
While the tomatoes are cooking, mince the garlic and set it aside.
Remove the tomatoes from the skillet and set them aside on a plate, cut-side up.
In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Stir for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the lemon juice, lemon zest, salt, and black pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
Pour the lemon and garlic mixture over the cooked tomatoes.
Sprinkle the chopped parsley on top for garnish.
Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
490 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.0 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1211 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 25.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.3 g | 26% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.3 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 1316 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.
