Description
Garlic roasted cherry tomatoes are the perfect blend of sweet and savory, elevating any meal with their vibrant flavor and gorgeous appearance. This quick and easy recipe transforms plump cherry tomatoes into a delicious side dish or topping in just 30 minutes. With fresh garlic and a drizzle of high-quality olive oil, these roasted tomatoes burst with flavor, making them an irresistible addition to pasta, salads, or enjoyed straight from the baking dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (about 300g)
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Fresh basil (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes; cut each in half.
- In a bowl, toss the halved tomatoes with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Spread the mixture on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until the tomatoes burst and turn golden brown.
- If desired, sprinkle fresh basil over the roasted tomatoes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 75g
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider mixing in herbs like thyme or sprinkling feta cheese on top before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days and reheat gently.