Low Fat Grilled Tomatoes with Balsamic Glaze
Elevate your next meal with these *Low Fat Grilled Tomatoes with Balsamic Glaze*, a quick and healthy dish bursting with fresh Mediterranean flavors. Perfectly ripe tomatoes are lightly charred on the grill to enhance their natural sweetness, while a rich balsamic reduction adds a touch of tangy sophistication. Spritzed with olive oil spray and seasoned with sea salt and freshly ground pepper, these tomatoes are as light as they are flavorful. A garnish of fresh basil leaves ties it all together, making this recipe an ideal low-fat appetizer, side dish, or colorful addition to a summer cookout. Ready in just 25 minutes, this dish combines simplicity and elegance in every bite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 120 ml balsamic vinegar
- olive oil spray
- 10 fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
While the grill is heating, slice each tomato in half horizontally and remove any excess seeds.
Lightly spray the cut sides of the tomatoes with olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
Sprinkle the sea salt and freshly ground black pepper evenly over the cut sides of the tomatoes.
Place the balsamic vinegar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring it to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 10-12 minutes, or until the vinegar has reduced by half and becomes syrupy. Stir occasionally and remove from heat once thickened.
Carefully place the tomato halves on the grill, cut side down. Grill for about 4-5 minutes, until they have grill marks and the flesh begins to soften.
Flip the tomatoes over and grill for another 4-5 minutes on the skin side.
Once grilled, remove the tomatoes from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
Drizzle the balsamic glaze over the grilled tomatoes.
Tear the fresh basil leaves and scatter them over the top as a garnish.
Serve immediately as a low-fat appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
404 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 5.1 g | 7% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2391 mg | 104% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 65.3 g | 24% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.1 g | 90% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.1 g | ||
| Protein | 23.3 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 771 mg | 59% | |
| Iron | 19.8 mg | 110% | |
| Potassium | 3612 mg | 77% | |
*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.
