Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomato Snack Delight

Ingredients

- 1 pint cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, torn

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) for optimal roasting.

2. Prepare the Cherry Tomatoes:
- Rinse the cherry tomatoes thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Slice each tomato in half and place them in a large mixing bowl.

3. Marinate the Tomatoes:
- Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, and the minced garlic to the tomatoes.
- Season with 1 teaspoon sea salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano, and 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme.
- Toss the mixture gently until all the tomatoes are well coated with the marinade.

4. Roast the Tomatoes:
- Spread the marinated cherry tomatoes evenly on a rimmed baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for PT25M (25 minutes) or until the tomatoes are soft and slightly caramelized.

5. Final Touches:
- Remove the baking sheet from the oven and allow the tomatoes to cool for 5 minutes.
- Gently toss the roasted tomatoes with the torn fresh basil leaves.

6. Serve:
- Transfer the tomatoes to a serving platter.
- Enjoy as a delightful snack or add to salads or bruschetta.

Total Time

PT35M
35 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

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Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

200 calories

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