Grilled Green or Red Tomato with Herbs
Elevate your next barbecue with this vibrant and flavorful Grilled Green or Red Tomato with Herbs recipe, a perfect blend of simplicity and sophistication. Thick slices of juicy green or red tomatoes are brushed with a garlicky olive oil marinade, grilled to tender perfection, and topped with a fragrant medley of fresh basil, parsley, and thyme. The slight char from the grill enhances the natural sweetness of the tomatoes, while an optional drizzle of balsamic vinegar adds a tangy finish. Ready in just 20 minutes, this quick and healthy dish makes an elegant side or appetizer for any occasion. Whether you're pairing it with grilled proteins or serving it as a light vegetarian offering, these herb-infused tomatoes are sure to be the star of your meal. Keywords: grilled tomatoes, fresh herbs, easy side dish, summer recipe, vegetarian grilling.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium Green or red tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 2 tablespoons Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 clove Garlic
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
Slice the tomatoes into thick slices, about 1/2 inch thick. Discard the stem ends.
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, finely chopped garlic, salt, and black pepper.
Brush both sides of each tomato slice with the olive oil mixture.
Chop the basil, parsley, and thyme leaves finely, and mix them together in a bowl.
Place the tomato slices on the preheated grill and cook for 3-4 minutes per side until soft and slightly charred.
Once grilled, remove the tomatoes from the grill and sprinkle the fresh herb mixture generously over each slice.
If desired, drizzle with a small amount of balsamic vinegar for added flavor.
Serve immediately as a delicious side dish or light appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
504 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.7 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1249 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.4 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 70 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 3.3 mg | 18% | |
| Potassium | 1070 mg | 23% | |
*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.
