Description
Roasted tomatoes bring out the natural sweetness and deepen the flavor of summer tomatoes, making them a perfect addition to pizzas, pastas, salads, and more. This simple recipe uses low-temperature oven roasting to concentrate the tomato's sweetness while adding a beautiful shriveled, caramelized texture.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 3 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
- Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
- Sea salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
- Fresh thyme (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 250°F (about 120°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and facilitate easy cleanup.
- Arrange the tomatoes: Place the cherry tomatoes cut side up on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are spaced slightly apart for even roasting.
- Season the tomatoes: Drizzle the tomatoes generously with extra-virgin olive oil. Sprinkle sea salt, freshly ground black pepper, and if desired, fresh thyme evenly over the tomatoes to enhance their flavor.
- Roast the tomatoes: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast the tomatoes for 2 to 3 hours, or until they are well shriveled and brown around the edges. The exact roasting time will vary depending on the size and juiciness of your tomatoes.
Notes
- Roasting time may vary; smaller or less juicy tomatoes will take less time to shrivel and caramelize.
- Use the roasted tomatoes to add delicious depth to pizzas, pastas, salads, or serve them as a savory side.
- Store leftover roasted tomatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze them for longer shelf life.
- Fresh thyme is optional but adds a lovely herbaceous note that complements the natural sweetness of the tomatoes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 hours
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean