Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
A simple and flavorful side dish made by roasting cherry tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, and herbs until caramelized and tender.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 pounds cherry tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil chopped (optional)
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional)
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the cherry tomatoes in a large bowl. Add olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Toss gently to coat evenly.
- Spread the tomatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, cut-side up if desired for more browning.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are slightly burst and caramelized around the edges.
- Remove from the oven and transfer to a serving dish. Sprinkle with fresh basil and parsley, if using. Serve warm.
Notes
Serve as a vibrant side dish with grilled meats or over pasta.