Zesty Tomatoes
Brighten up your table with Zesty Tomatoes, a simple yet flavor-packed side dish perfect for summer or anytime you crave bold, fresh flavors! This recipe features thick slices of ripe tomatoes gently pan-seared in fragrant olive oil and garlic, then elevated with lemon zest, red chili flakes, and a drizzle of tangy balsamic vinegar. Garnished with vibrant fresh basil, these juicy tomatoes are bursting with a delightful combination of citrusy, spicy, and savory notes. Ready in just 20 minutes, this versatile dish shines as a standalone side, a topping for crusty bread, or an aromatic addition to your favorite salad. Perfect for quick meals or casual entertaining, Zesty Tomatoes is bound to become a go-to favorite in your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 6 fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Wash and dry the tomatoes. Cut each tomato into thick slices, about ½ inch thick.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.
Gently lay the tomato slices in the skillet in a single layer. Cook for 2-3 minutes on one side until slightly softened and golden.
Flip the tomato slices carefully using a spatula. Cook for another 2-3 minutes on the other side.
Sprinkle the lemon zest, red chili flakes, salt, and black pepper over the tomatoes while they cook.
Transfer the cooked tomatoes to a serving plate.
Drizzle the balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes and garnish with fresh basil leaves.
Serve warm as a side dish, or use as a topping for crusty bread or a salad. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
244 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 3.4 g | 4% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1219 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 41.6 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 16.7 g | 33% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 478 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 12.1 mg | 67% | |
| Potassium | 2735 mg | 58% | |
*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.
