Tomato Topping
Elevate your dishes with this vibrant and versatile Tomato Topping, a quick and flavorful recipe that’s ready in just 15 minutes! Made with fresh, ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant basil, this topping is sautéed in olive oil and finished with a hint of balsamic vinegar for the perfect balance of savory and tangy flavors. Ideal as a topping for crusty bread, grilled meats, pasta, or even as a bruschetta base, it’s a must-have for any Mediterranean-inspired meal. Whether served warm or chilled, this easy and healthy tomato topping is a surefire way to add a burst of color and freshness to your plate. Perfect for busy weeknights or casual entertaining, it’s a recipe you’ll turn to again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and dice them into small, uniform pieces.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Stack the basil leaves, roll them tightly, and slice them into thin ribbons (a chiffonade).
Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a medium skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds to 1 minute until fragrant, but not browned.
Add the diced tomatoes to the skillet and stir to combine with the garlic.
Cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the balsamic vinegar, sliced basil, salt, and black pepper.
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Allow the topping to cool slightly before serving. Use it immediately or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
357 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.1 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1208 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.4 g | 23% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.7 g | ||
| Protein | 5.1 g | 10% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 73 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.
