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Balsamic Roasted Cherry Tomatoes (with Pasta)
Oven roasted cherry tomatoes with balsamic vinegar is an easy recipe that's a delicious base to make all kinds of rustic Italian-inspired dishes, like cherry tomato pasta sauce!
Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
45 mins
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 441 kcal
Course:
Main Course , Appetizer , Condiments , Snacks
Cuisine:
Italian , American
Ingredients
For the Balsamic Roasted Cherry Tomatoes –
- 2 pounds ripe cherry tomatoes halved (or grape tomatoes)
- 4 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves or 2 tsp dried thyme
- 2 tablespoons aged balsamic vinegar
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- salt and pepper
For the Cherry Tomato Pasta –
- 1 pound Spaghetti or fettuccini
- 1 cup fresh basil leaves
- ½ cup shaved Parmesan cheese
Instructions
- For the roasted cherry tomato recipe: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Set out a large rimmed baking sheet.
- Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes. Cut in halves. Then place on the baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the top of the tomatoes. Sprinkle the minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and sugar over the tomatoes. Gently toss to coat.
- Spread the tomatoes out in a single layer. Generously sprinkle with salt and pepper.
- Roast in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the tomatoes are very wilted, and the pan juices have started to thicken.
- Serve warm, or refrigerate until ready to use.
- For the cherry tomato pasta: Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain and reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.
- Once the roasted cherry tomatoes come out of the oven, place the cooked pasta in a large bowl. Pour the cherry tomatoes and juices over the top.
- Add the fresh basil and Parmesan cheese. Toss to coat the pasta in the sauce. If needed, toss in 1/4 cup to 1/2 cup pasta water to loosen up the sauce. (Being careful not to add too much additional liquid.) Serve warm.
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Notes
- Balsamic cherry tomatoes will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days stored in an airtight container. Use cold or reheat briefly in the oven or microwave.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1.5cups
Calories
441kcal
(22%)
Carbohydrates
67g
(22%)
Protein
15g
(30%)
Fat
13g
(20%)
Saturated Fat
3g
(15%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
2g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Cholesterol
6mg
(2%)
Sodium
157mg
(7%)
Potassium
544mg
(16%)
Fiber
4g
(16%)
Sugar
9g
(18%)
Vitamin A
1126IU
(23%)
Vitamin C
39mg
(43%)
Calcium
152mg
(15%)
Iron
3mg
(17%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 6servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 441
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1.5cups | |
| Calories | 441kcal | 22% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 15g | 30% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 157mg | 7% |
| Potassium | 544mg | 12% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 9g | 18% |
| Vitamin A | 1126IU | 23% |
| Vitamin C | 39mg | 43% |
| Calcium | 152mg | 15% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.