Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce Recipe

Bursting with fresh garden flavor! This vibrant cherry tomato sauce recipe is quick, easy, and perfect for a weeknight meal. Made with an abundance of sweet cherry tomatoes, this Sara Moulton-inspired recipe delivers a rich and delicious sauce that's ideal for pasta, gnocchi, or even as a pizza topping. Get ready to savor the taste of summer!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 177.3 kcal
Protein 5g
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Ingredients for Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce

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How to Make Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce

  1. Puree 2 cloves garlic in a food processor fitted with the chopping blade until finely minced.
  2. Add 1/2 medium yellow onion to the food processor and pulse 3-4 times, until finely chopped.
  3. Heat 2 tablespoons olive oil in a large skillet over high heat until shimmering.
  4. Reduce heat to medium and add the onion and garlic.
  5. Cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes.
  6. Meanwhile, place 1 pint of cherry tomatoes in the food processor bowl and pulse 3-4 times, until coarsely chopped.
  7. Transfer to a bowl and repeat with the remaining 2 pints of tomatoes (total 3 pints).
  8. Add the chopped tomatoes to the onion and garlic in the skillet. Simmer, stirring frequently, until the sauce has thickened and reduced, about 15-20 minutes.
  9. Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
  10. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or gnocchi.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

28g

Fat

9g

Carbs

4g

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce?

Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce takes about 55 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 40 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce?

Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce has approximately 177.3 calories per serving, with about 5 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 21 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce?

The key ingredients for Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce are Garlic Cloves, Onion, Olive Oil, Cherry Tomatoes, Salt And Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.

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