Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
These roasted cherry tomatoes are baked with olive oil, garlic, and herbs until caramelized and tender—perfect as a side, topping, or spread.
4 Servings
Ingredients
- 16 ounces cherry tomatoes halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper to taste
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs e.g., basil, parsley, or chives
- Cooking spray or additional olive oil for greasing
Instructions
Preheat the oven:
- Set the oven to 400°F (200°C). Lightly grease a baking sheet with cooking spray or olive oil to prevent sticking.
Prepare the tomatoes:
- Slice the cherry tomatoes in half and arrange them cut-side up in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
Make the seasoning mixture:
- In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, Italian seasoning, salt, and pepper. Stir well to blend.
Coat the tomatoes:
- Drizzle the seasoned oil mixture evenly over the halved tomatoes. Gently toss or use a pastry brush to ensure each tomato is coated.
Roast:
- Bake the tomatoes for approximately 25 minutes, or until they are softened and beginning to caramelize at the edges.
Finish and serve:
- Remove from the oven and garnish with freshly chopped herbs. Serve warm or at room temperature as a side dish, appetizer, topping for pasta, or spread for toast.
Notes
This recipe is naturally gluten-free. However, if using pre-packaged seasonings, such as Italian seasoning blends, ensure they are labeled gluten-free to avoid cross-contamination or hidden gluten-derived additives.