Roasted Basil Tomatoes
Bursting with rustic flavor and vibrant color, Roasted Basil Tomatoes are a simple yet elegant dish perfect for any occasion. This easy recipe combines the natural sweetness of juicy cherry tomatoes with the aromatic freshness of hand-torn basil leaves, roasted to perfection in a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a splash of tangy balsamic vinegar. Thinly sliced garlic adds a subtle depth, while a pinch of salt and freshly cracked black pepper enhances every bite. Ready in just 30 minutes, these oven-roasted tomatoes become irresistibly tender with beautifully blistered skins, making them a versatile side dish or the perfect topping for crusty bread, pasta, or salads. Whether you're entertaining guests or preparing a quick weeknight dinner, this Mediterranean-inspired dish is sure to impress.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams cherry tomatoes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water and pat them dry with a clean towel.
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
In a large baking dish, add the cherry tomatoes and drizzle them with the olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
Sprinkle the sliced garlic evenly over the tomatoes.
Tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces and scatter them over the tomatoes.
Season the mixture with salt and black pepper, and gently toss everything to ensure the tomatoes are evenly coated.
Spread the tomatoes out into a single layer, ensuring they aren’t overcrowded.
Roast in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly blistered.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the roasted tomatoes cool for a few minutes.
Serve warm as a side dish, or as a topping over crusty bread, pasta, or salads.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
348 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1213 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.6 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.9 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1248 mg | 27% | |
*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.
