Fresh Tomato Delight
Experience the essence of summer in your kitchen with these vibrant and flavorful fresh tomato recipes. Bursting with the sweet-tangy aroma of ripe tomatoes, this dish pays homage to family traditions while being incredibly versatile for any occasion. Whether served over pasta or as a topping on crusty bread, these recipes are sure to impress your loved ones and bring back fond memories of sunny afternoons.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Italian
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh tomatoes, quartered
- 1/2 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 tsp black pepper (or to taste)
- 1 tbsp aged balsamic vinegar
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and ensure tomatoes are at room temperature.
- Rinse and quarter the fresh tomatoes, discarding any blemished pieces.
- Heat olive oil in a pan over medium heat. Sauté minced garlic for about 30 seconds until golden.
- Add quartered tomatoes to the pan and simmer for 10-15 minutes until softened.
- Season with salt, pepper, and chopped basil; stir well to combine.
- Drizzle aged balsamic vinegar over the dish just before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (125g)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 280mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg