Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes

Elevate your dishes with the savory-sweet magic of Balsamic Roasted Tomatoes! This simple yet flavorful recipe features juicy cherry or grape tomatoes caramelized to perfection in a tangy balsamic glaze, enhanced by the rich aroma of garlic and fresh thyme. With just 10 minutes of prep time, these oven-roasted gems come together effortlessly in under 30 minutes, making them an ideal side dish or versatile topping for pasta, salads, or crusty bread. Perfectly balanced with a touch of salt and pepper, this recipe is a delightful way to amplify any meal with a burst of Mediterranean-inspired flavor.

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 500 grams Cherry or grape tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 2 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Fresh thyme leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and dry the cherry or grape tomatoes, then slice them in half and place them in a large mixing bowl.

Step 3

In a small bowl, whisk together the balsamic vinegar, olive oil, minced garlic, thyme leaves, salt, and black pepper.

Step 4

Pour the balsamic mixture over the tomatoes and toss gently to ensure they are evenly coated.

Step 5

Spread the tomatoes out in a single layer on the prepared baking tray, cut side up for maximum caramelization.

Step 6

Roast in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are softened and slightly caramelized at the edges.

Step 7

Remove the tray from the oven and let the tomatoes cool slightly before serving.

Step 8

Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish, or use as a topping for pasta, salads, or crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	570.1 grams (570.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	381

Total Fat 29.00g	37%
Saturated Fat 4.30g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1215mg	53%
Total Carbohydrate 27.40g	10%
Dietary Fiber 6.40g	23%
Total Sugars 17.80g
Protein 5.20g	10%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 79mg	6%
Iron 2mg	13%
Potassium 1290mg	27%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 66.7%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 28.0%