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Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Roasted Cherry Tomatoes: Sweet and Savory Italian Delight

This Roasted Cherry Tomatoes recipe is a sweet and savory Italian delight perfect for pasta, salads, or sandwiches.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Sauces
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Roasting
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes Substitute with grape tomatoes if desired.
  • 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil Light olive oil can be used.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced, fresh is best.
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme Leaves Dried thyme (2 tsp) is a good backup.
  • 2 tablespoons Aged Balsamic Vinegar Red wine vinegar can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon Granulated Sugar Brown sugar can be used as an alternative.
  • Salt and Pepper Adjust to taste.
For Serving
  • 8 ounces Pasta (Spaghetti or Fettuccini) Gluten-free pasta is recommended.
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Can substitute with parsley.
  • 1/2 cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese Nutritional yeast can be used as a non-dairy alternative.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Pot

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Prepare your baking sheet.
  2. Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and place them on the baking sheet, cut side up. Drizzle with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.
  3. Sprinkle minced garlic, thyme leaves, sugar, salt, and pepper over the tomatoes and toss to coat.
  4. Spread the tomatoes out on the baking sheet and roast for 30 to 40 minutes until wilted and syrupy.
  5. Cook pasta in salted water according to package instructions; reserve 1/2 cup pasta water before draining.
  6. Mix drained pasta with the roasted tomatoes, add basil and parmesan, and incorporate the reserved pasta water if needed.
  7. Serve warm over pasta or as a side. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Ensure even spacing of tomatoes for best roasting results. Use fresh ingredients for maximum flavor.

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