Slow Roasted Tomato Quarters
Transform humble Roma tomatoes into a rich, flavor-packed delight with this Slow Roasted Tomato Quarters recipe. Perfectly seasoned with olive oil, garlic, fresh thyme, and a hint of sugar, these oven-roasted beauties are cooked low and slow at 250°F (120°C) for three hours to concentrate their natural sweetness and achieve a tender, caramelized texture. The long roasting time unlocks a deeply savory flavor that pairs beautifully with pasta, salads, or crusty bread, making these tomatoes a versatile addition to any meal. With minimal prep time and simple pantry ingredients, this recipe creates a gourmet touch for your dishes while highlighting the essence of slow roasting. Whether served as a side dish or a topping, these roasted tomato quarters are a culinary treasure worth savoring.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 pieces Roma tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic
- 2 teaspoons Fresh thyme leaves
- 1 teaspoon Kosher salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon Sugar
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).
Wash the Roma tomatoes thoroughly and pat dry with a kitchen towel.
Cut each Roma tomato into quarters lengthwise, removing the tough core if desired.
Peel the garlic cloves and slice them thinly.
Place the tomato quarters in a single layer on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil, making sure each piece is lightly coated.
Sprinkle the sliced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, kosher salt, black pepper, and sugar evenly over the tomatoes.
Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the tomatoes for 3 hours, checking halfway through to ensure they are roasting evenly. Rotate the baking sheet if necessary.
The tomatoes are done when they appear shriveled, slightly caramelized on the edges, and intensely fragrant. They should have a concentrated flavor, but still be tender.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5-10 minutes before serving or using in your desired dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.1 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.5 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 618 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.1 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.1 g | ||
| Protein | 4.2 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 1230 mg | 26% | |
*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.
