Cherry Tomato Sauce With Lemon Recipe

A burst of sunshine on your plate! This quick and easy Cherry Tomato Sauce with Lemon Zest recipe (originally from Coup de Pouce, September 2004) is ready in under 20 minutes. Perfect for chicken or fish croquettes, pasta, or pork chops, its bright, zesty flavor will elevate any dish. A simple yet elegant sauce that's sure to become a weeknight favorite.

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 14 mins
Calories 80.4 kcal
Protein 1g
Rating 4.8 (9 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Cherry Tomato Sauce With Lemon

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How to Make Cherry Tomato Sauce With Lemon

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium-low heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Cook, stirring frequently, for 2 minutes, or until garlic is fragrant.
  3. Add 1 pint of cherry tomatoes, 1 tablespoon of lemon zest, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Increase heat to medium-high and cook, stirring occasionally, for 2-3 minutes, or until cherry tomatoes have softened and slightly burst.
  4. Stir in 2 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice and the remaining 1 tablespoon of chopped fresh parsley. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

12 g

Sugar

9g

Fat

4g

Carbs

1g