Paleo Charred Tomatoes
Get ready to elevate your paleo-friendly meals with these irresistible Charred Tomatoes! This simple yet flavorful recipe features juicy cherry tomatoes blistered to perfection in a hot cast iron skillet, creating a smoky caramelization that’s hard to resist. Tossed with extra virgin olive oil, fresh garlic, and aromatic thyme leaves, these tomatoes pack a punch of freshness and earthy elegance. With just 10 minutes of prep and 15 minutes of cooking, this quick side dish pairs beautifully with grilled meats, hearty salads, or as a standalone burst of flavor. Perfectly seasoned with salt and black pepper, it embodies healthy eating at its most delicious. Whether you’re on a paleo diet or just seeking an easy, vibrant accompaniment, these Paleo Charred Tomatoes are guaranteed to steal the show.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Fresh thyme leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Rinse the cherry tomatoes and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Preheat a cast iron skillet or grilling pan over medium-high heat.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper until well coated.
Once the skillet is hot, add the tomatoes in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding the pan to ensure even charring.
Cook the tomatoes undisturbed for 4-5 minutes until they start to blister and char on one side.
Gently shake the pan or use a spatula to turn the tomatoes and continue cooking for another 4-5 minutes until charred on multiple sides and the tomatoes just start to collapse.
Remove the skillet from heat and let the tomatoes rest for a couple of minutes to cool slightly before serving.
Transfer the charred tomatoes to a serving dish and drizzle with additional olive oil or sprinkle with more fresh thyme if desired.
Serve warm as a side dish or a topping for grilled meats or salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
306 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 28.6 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1200 mg | 52% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 14.0 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.1 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.9 g | ||
| Protein | 3.1 g | 6% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 743 mg | 16% | |
*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.
