Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes are an easy way to add flavor to your meals. Infused with garlic and fresh rosemary, roasting tomatoes intensifies the natural sweetness and enhances the flavors.

Why You'll Love This Recipe

• Delicious - the intense flavors of roasted tomatoes infused with garlic and rosemary taste incredible.
• Looks fancy - tomatoes on the vine are an easy way to elevate the presentation of your dinner, make it fancy!
• Versatile - enjoy as a side dish, an appetizer, soup or add to a pasta sauce base, the possibilities are endless.

Ingredients You'll Need

• Cherry Tomatoes - on the vine has the nicest presentation
• Garlic Cloves - gently crush to release flavor
• Fresh Rosemary - 3-4 whole springs
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Salt and Pepper
• Balsamic or Wine vinegar - Chardonnay Vinegar is also amazing

How to Make Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

1. Pre-heat - heat oven to 400°F/200°C.
2. Prepare - spread fresh rosemary in a shallow baking dish. Place cherry tomatoes and garlic on top.
3. Drizzle - be generous, drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
4. Roast - place in oven for 15 minutes until tender.
5. Splash - add balsamic or wine vinegar to balance the flavors.

Recipe Tips and FAQs

• Choose Ripe Tomatoes - ripe tomatoes will have a sweeter flavor and a more intense taste after roasting.
• Add Other Vegetables - roasting cherry tomatoes alongside other vegetables like bell peppers, onions, or zucchini can create a medley of flavors. Can be used in salads, pasta dishes, or as a side dish.
• Roast at a Higher Temperature - consider roasting the tomatoes at a slightly higher temperature, such as 420°F (220°C) for a faster roasting and and slightly charred tomatoes. Just keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
• Don't Overcook - keep a close eye on the tomatoes so they don't overcook. They should be softened, slightly wrinkled, and have some caramelization, but still retain their shape and not become mushy.

How to Serve Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

You'll love these unique ideas to use oven roasted cherry tomatoes. So easy and flavorful!

• Make Appetizers - spread crusty piece of bread with ricotta cheese or goats cheese, topped with roasted tomatoes, or serve with Burrata and Prosciutto
• Oil for Salad Dressing - be generous when drizzling tomatoes with oil. Save the roasted infused oil from to use in a salad dressing. Just mix together with vinegar and pour over your salad
• Add to Pasta - toss through cooked pasta (you'll want the extra oil for flavor)
• Sauce Base - add to the tomato base of Spaghetti Bolognese
• Side Dish - perfect to serve alongside Osso Bucco, Tomahawk Steak, or with an easy Sheet Pan Gnocchi dinner

Can I Roast Whole Tomatoes?

Yes! You can roast your favorite full size tomatoes, especially helpful when you need lots of roasted tomatoes for sauce. Here's how you do it:

1. Pre-heat oven to 400°F/200°C.
2. Slice tomatoes in half, placing them over a few sprigs of rosemary and garlic in a shallow pan.
3. Generously drizzle with olive oil, season with salt and pepper.
4. Roast for 30 minutes until tender.

Air Fryer Roasted Tomatoes

You can use an Air Fryer to make roasted tomatoes too! Quick and easy, and it saves your oven to roast a main meal, while preparing a side dish.

1. Pre-heat air frying to 400°F/200°C. Line basket with parchment paper or foil.
2. Toss cherry tomatoes, garlic, rosemary in olive oil. Season with salt and pepper.
3. Cook for 10 minutes until they are starting to fall apart.
4. Drizzle with wine vinegar before serving.

Storage

Fridge - Place in an airtight container and keep in the fridge. It will last at least a week.

Freezer - To freeze roasted tomatoes, allow to full cool before freezing in a Ziploc bag (with air removed). Frozen roasted tomatoes are great for sauces, and should last 3 months in the freezer.

Best Tomatoes for Roasting

The best tomatoes for roasting are the tomatoes you have! Cherry tomatoes are popular because they are sweet and look great on a plate. However, all tomatoes are great for roasting. Popular varieties are Heirloom Tomatoes, Roma Tomatoes, Truss Tomatoes on the Vine, Sun Gold or Grape Tomatoes. Adjust roasting time based on size.

Side Dish Recipes You'll Want to Try

• Garlic Butter Beans
• Roasted Asparagus
• Easy Grilled Zucchini
• Honey Roasted Carrots
• Roasted Broccoli with Garlic and Soy
• Truffle Mashed Potatoes
• Greek Green Beans (Fasolakia)

Oven roasted tomatoes are super easy to make. Roasting tomatoes brings out the flavor, even if tomatoes aren't fully ripe. These roasted Italian flavors will elevate your meal! Bon Appetit! Приятного аппетита!

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