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    Home » Simple Vegan Recipes » Sauces and Salad Dressings

    Basil-Garlic Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

    Published: Aug 23, 2023 by Becky Striepe · This post may contain affiliate links. As an Amazon associate, I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    Savory, sweet, oven roasted cherry tomatoes with olive oil and plenty of basil and garlic are delicious over pasta or toast!

    oven roasted cherry tomatoes in the baking pan, after baking
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    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • How to make roasted tomatoes with garlic and basil
    • Helpful tips
    • Serving and storage directions
    • Frequently asked questions
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    • 📖 Recipe

    This recipe for basil and garlic roasted cherry tomatoes was inspired by a tiny, $8 jar of roasted tomatoes that I just can't afford to buy on a regular basis.

    Garlicky, basil-packed roasted cherry tomatoes are super delicious. I love snacking on them straight up, but they also make a great cherry tomato toast served over crusty bread. Or, toss them with pasta and pine nuts or chickpeas for an easy meal!

    cherry tomatoes, basil, garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar in cups and bowls on a wooden table

    Ingredients and substitutions

    • cherry tomatoes - You can use grape tomatoes, if needed, but cherry tomatoes will give you the best flavor. Grape tomatoes are also smaller, so they won't need to roast for as long.
    • olive oil - For roasting the tomatoes.
    • balsamic vinegar - For acidity and a touch of sweetness that brings out the sweetness in the tomatoes.
    • garlic - Because tomatoes, basil, and garlic are a dream team!
    • fresh basil - For finishing the roasted tomatoes.
    image collage showing the tomatoes, garlic, basil, oil, and salt in the baking pan before and after baking and after tossing with fresh basil

    How to make roasted tomatoes with garlic and basil

    Preheat the oven to 400° F.

    Toss all of the ingredients, except the basil, together in a 9x12" baking pan. Bake for 30-40 minutes, depending on the size of your tomatoes. Smaller tomatoes will need less time to cook. Your tomatoes are ready when most of the ones in the pan have split open. 

    Add the basil to the pan, tossing well. Serve with pasta, over toast, or snack on them straight up!

    Helpful tips

    • These are a great make-ahead recipe! Store them in a mason jar or other airtight container for a quick meal. Just add pasta!
    • How long you roast these depends on your personal preference and what you're using them for. Cook longer for a more pasta sauce consistency or shorter if you plan using these as a side dish or for snacking.
    bowl of pasta with roasted cherry tomatoes, basil, and garlic

    Serving and storage directions

    When you pull these out of the oven, they're ready to eat! You have lots of delicious options for how to serve these up:

    • Toss them with pasta for an easy meal
    • Spoon them over toasted, crusty bread for an amazing cherry tomato toast appetizer.
    • Serve them warm or cold over a salad.
    • Stir them into rice for an instantly-fancy side dish.
    • Snack on them, cold, straight from the jar!

    Store any leftover tomatoes in an airtight container. They'll keep for three to five days in the refrigerator.

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the difference between cherry tomatoes and grape tomatoes?

    Cherry tomatoes and grape tomatoes are both small, but grape tomatoes are smaller and less sweet than cherry tomatoes.

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    📖 Recipe

    oven roasted cherry tomatoes in the baking pan, after baking

    Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

    Savory, sweet, oven roasted cherry tomatoes with olive oil and plenty of basil and garlic are delicious over pasta or toast!
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    Course: Sauces and Dressings, Side Dish
    Cuisine: Vegan
    Keyword: oven roasted tomatoes, roasted cherry tomatoes, roasted cherry tomatoes with garlic, roasted tomatoes and basil
    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 30 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 35 minutes minutes
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 114kcal
    Author: Becky Striepe

    Ingredients

    • 2 pints cherry tomatoes
    • ¼ cup olive oil
    • 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
    • 4 cloves garlic - minced
    • a good pinch of salt
    • ½ cup fresh basil - minced
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 400° F.
    • Toss all of the ingredients, except the basil, together in a 9x12" baking pan. Bake for 30-40 minutes, depending on the size of your tomatoes. Smaller tomatoes will need less time to cook. Your tomatoes are ready when most of the ones in the pan have split open.
    • Add the basil to the pan, tossing well. Serve with pasta, over toast, or snack on them straight up!

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    Notes

    Leftovers will keep for 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator.

    Nutrition

    Nutrition Facts
    Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
    Amount per Serving
    Calories
    114
    % Daily Value*
    Fat
     
    9
    g
    14
    %
    Saturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    5
    %
    Polyunsaturated Fat
     
    1
    g
    Monounsaturated Fat
     
    7
    g
    Sodium
     
    19
    mg
    1
    %
    Potassium
     
    361
    mg
    10
    %
    Carbohydrates
     
    7
    g
    2
    %
    Fiber
     
    1
    g
    4
    %
    Sugar
     
    4
    g
    4
    %
    Protein
     
    2
    g
    4
    %
    Vitamin A
     
    877
    IU
    18
    %
    Vitamin C
     
    37
    mg
    45
    %
    Calcium
     
    25
    mg
    3
    %
    Iron
     
    1
    mg
    6
    %
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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    About Becky Striepe

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    Hi there! I'm Becky Striepe (rhymes with sleepy), and I love using gadgets and shortcuts to create easy vegan comfort food recipes for busy people. Whether you love your Instant Pot, your air fryer, or just love delicious plant-based meals, stick around. You'll like it here.

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    1. Hannah

      September 16, 2015 at 1:41 pm

      These look really wonderful! It blows my mind that Darrol Henry loved snacking on roasted tomatoes. Like, I'm a vegan grown up, and I still think I would need them in something. He's awesome!

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      • Becky Striepe

        September 16, 2015 at 2:45 pm

        Aw thank you! He is a kid with his mom's tastes in a lot of ways.

        Reply

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