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Balsamic Roasted Cherry Tomatoes That Transform Your Meals

Balsamic roasted cherry tomatoes elevate meals effortlessly with their rich flavor and vibrant color.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Pasta
Cuisine: Italian
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Roasting
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes halved
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil extra virgin
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 2 tablespoons Fresh Thyme
  • 2 tablespoons Aged Balsamic Vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar or honey
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper
For the Pasta
  • 8 ounces Pasta (Spaghetti or Fettuccini)
  • 1 cup Fresh Basil chopped
  • 1/2 cup Shaved Parmesan Cheese

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Pot

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes, cut them in half, and place cut-side up on the baking sheet.
  3. Drizzle olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the tomatoes, then sprinkle with garlic, thyme, and sugar. Toss to coat.
  4. Spread the tomatoes in a single layer on the baking sheet and season with salt and pepper. Roast for 30-40 minutes.
  5. Boil salted water for the pasta, cook according to package instructions, and reserve 1 cup of pasta water before draining.
  6. In a serving bowl, combine the hot pasta and roasted tomatoes, toss in basil and Parmesan cheese, adding reserved pasta water as needed.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 6gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 300mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 4gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Roasted tomatoes can be enjoyed cold or reheated.

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