Spanish Baked Cherry Tomatoes
Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, Spanish Baked Cherry Tomatoes are a simple yet sensational dish that brings a taste of Spain to your table. Perfect for tapas night or as a versatile side, this recipe combines sweet, juicy cherry tomatoes with the smoky depth of paprika, fragrant garlic, and fresh thyme—all roasted to perfection in extra virgin olive oil. Finished with a hint of sherry vinegar for optional tang and a sprinkle of fresh parsley, these oven-baked tomatoes are a feast for the senses. Ready in just 35 minutes, they’re perfect for pairing with crusty bread or serving alongside your favorite mains. Whether you're crafting a casual family meal or a flavorful party spread, this easy-to-make dish will be a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g Cherry tomatoes
- 3 tbsp Extra virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 2 sprigs Fresh thyme
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley
- 1 tsp Sherry vinegar (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes, then place them in a medium-sized baking dish in a single layer.
Peel and finely slice the garlic cloves, then sprinkle them over the tomatoes.
Drizzle the cherry tomatoes with extra virgin olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper over the tomatoes.
Add the fresh thyme sprigs on top of the tomatoes for added aroma.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly blistered.
Remove the thyme sprigs and drizzle the baked tomatoes with sherry vinegar for a tangy finish (optional).
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish, with crusty bread, or as part of a tapas spread.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
476 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 43.4 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.2 g | 31% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1217 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 24.8 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 7.6 g | 27% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.4 g | ||
| Protein | 5.5 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 97 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 1319 mg | 28% | |
*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.
