Skillet Tomatoes
Elevate your side dish game with this quick and flavorful recipe for Skillet Tomatoes! Bursting with the natural sweetness of juicy cherry tomatoes, this dish is infused with the rich aroma of garlic and the warmth of extra virgin olive oil. In just 25 minutes from start to finish, the tomatoes are tenderized to perfection, their skins delightfully blistered, and finished with a fresh pop of basil. A drizzle of optional balsamic vinegar adds a tangy depth, making it the perfect pairing for grilled meats, pasta, or toasted artisan bread. Whether served as a vibrant side or a light appetizer, this one-pan wonder is a must-try for fans of easy, farm-fresh meals and Mediterranean flavors. Perfectly simple yet sophisticated, these skillet tomatoes are sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 whole garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 cups fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
Wash the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly.
Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.
Once the oil is hot, add the garlic slices and sauté them for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and lightly golden, but not burnt.
Add the cherry tomatoes to the skillet and stir to coat them in the garlic-infused oil.
Season the tomatoes with salt and black pepper, stirring briefly to mix.
Cook the tomatoes, stirring occasionally, for about 8-10 minutes, or until the skins begin to blister and the tomatoes soften.
Reduce the heat to low and stir in the balsamic vinegar (if using) for a tangy touch.
Remove the skillet from heat and sprinkle the fresh basil leaves over the cooked tomatoes.
Serve warm as a side dish or over toasted bread for a quick and delicious appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
381 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.3 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1220 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 27.6 g | 10% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.8 g | 28% | |
| Total Sugars | 16.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.0 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 1477 mg | 31% | |
*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.
