Tomato Basil Gooey Cheese Side Dish
Elevate your dinner table with this irresistibly cheesy and flavorful Tomato Basil Gooey Cheese Side Dish, a true crowd-pleaser featuring the bright acidity of roasted cherry tomatoes, the richness of fresh mozzarella, and the aromatic charm of fresh basil leaves. Topped with a crispy Parmesan and breadcrumb crust, this oven-baked dish boasts a perfect blend of textures and Italian-inspired seasonings, including garlic, balsamic vinegar, and Italian herbs. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s an easy yet elegant accompaniment to grilled meats, pasta, or crusty bread. Perfect for entertaining or a cozy family dinner, this side dish showcases vibrant colors and bold flavors that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams Cherry tomatoes
- 15 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 200 grams Fresh mozzarella cheese
- 50 grams Parmesan cheese
- 2 cloves Garlic cloves
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 3 tablespoons Bread crumbs
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice each one in half. Set aside.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
In a medium oven-safe skillet or baking dish, toss the halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, minced garlic, balsamic vinegar, salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and gently mix them into the tomato mixture.
Cut the fresh mozzarella into bite-sized cubes and scatter them evenly over the tomato mixture.
Grate the Parmesan cheese and sprinkle it on top along with the bread crumbs for a golden crust.
Place the skillet or baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbling and the top is lightly browned.
Remove from the oven and let it cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Serve warm as a flavorful side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1210 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 87.0 g | 112% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.2 g | 211% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 202 mg | 67% | |
| Sodium | 2929 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.4 g | ||
| Protein | 65.1 g | 130% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1586 mg | 122% | |
| Iron | 5.0 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 968 mg | 21% | |
*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.
