Easy Cherry Tomatoes
Are You looking for a quick and easy way to add flavor and pizzazz to your meals? Look no further than this delicious recipe for roasted cherry tomatoes! With simple ingredients, including cherry tomatoes, garlic, olive oil, and various herbs and spices, you can transform these bite-sized tomatoes into a deliciously sweet and savory dish perfect for adding to salads, pasta, sandwiches, and sandwiches more. So why not try this recipe and take your meals to the next level with the mouthwatering flavor of roasted cherry tomatoes? Roasted cherry tomatoes are small, bite-sized tomatoes cooked in the oven until caramelized and shriveled. The roasting process intensifies their flavor and sweetness and gives them a soft, tender texture.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs cherry tomatoes, halved or whole
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves , peeled and sliced
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt , adjust to taste
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- ½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 2 teaspoons herbs de Provence (without lavender)
- 3 sprigs of fresh lemon thyme or plain thyme
- 20 fresh basil leaves , julienne
- 1 sprig of fresh rosemary (about 3 inches) 1 bay leaf
Instructions
- Center a rack in the oven and preheat the oven to 400 degrees F.
- Toss cherry tomatoes with the extra virgin olive oil, thyme, red pepper flakes, garlic, sugar, and herbs de Provence, in a bowl. Season with kosher salt and ground black pepper.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and pour the tomato mixture evenly over the pan. Slide the pan into the oven and bake the tomatoes until shriveled and tender, about 15 to 20 minutes; turn the tomatoes over at half-time and open the oven for just a second every 30 minutes or so to get rid of the moisture that will build up in the oven. Toss in the julienned basil leaves.
- Allow the tomatoes to come to room temperature on the baking sheet. When the tomatoes are cool, transfer them to an airtight container; pour whatever oil remains in the pan over the tomatoes. If you plan to keep the tomatoes longer than 5 days, pour in enough extra virgin olive oil to cover and refrigerate. Enjoy!
Notes
How to Store & Re-Heat
To store: roasted cherry tomatoes, allow them to cool completely after roasting. Once they have reached room temperature, transfer them to an airtight container. You can pour any remaining oil from the baking sheet over the tomatoes to keep them moist and flavorful. If you plan to consume the tomatoes within 5 days, you can refrigerate the container. However, if you want to store them longer, cover the tomatoes with enough extra virgin olive oil to ensure they are fully submerged, then refrigerate. The oil helps to preserve the tomatoes and maintain their texture and taste.
To reheat: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius). Take the desired amount of refrigerated roasted cherry tomatoes out of the container, allowing any excess oil to drain off. Place the tomatoes on a baking sheet or in an oven-safe dish and spread them out in a single layer. Heat them in the preheated oven for about 10-15 minutes or until they are warmed through. Keep an eye on them to avoid overcooking or burning. Once heated, you can use the reheated tomatoes in various dishes or enjoy them as a flavorful topping.
Make-Ahead
Unfortunately, most of the ingredients in this recipe, such as cherry tomatoes and herbs, are best used fresh to achieve the intended flavor and texture. However, you can prepare some ingredients beforehand, such as peeling and slicing the garlic cloves and storing them in an airtight container until ready. Additionally, you can mix the dry spices, such as the salt, sugar, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and herbs de Provence, in a small bowl ahead of time to make the seasoning process quicker when cooking. However, it's important to note that fresh herbs, such as basil and thyme, should be added towards the end of the cooking process to preserve their flavors and aromas.
Nutrition Facts
Easy Cherry Tomatoes
Amount per Serving
Calories
139
% Daily Value*
Fat
14
g
22
%
Saturated Fat
2
g
13
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
1
g
Monounsaturated Fat
10
g
Sodium
303
mg
13
%
Potassium
173
mg
5
%
Carbohydrates
4
g
1
%
Fiber
1
g
4
%
Sugar
2
g
2
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
461
IU
9
%
Vitamin C
17
mg
21
%
Calcium
19
mg
2
%
Iron
1
mg
6
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe and nutritional value will vary depending on the brands you use, measuring methods, and portion sizes per household.
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