Slow Roast Tomatoes Recipe

Elevate your summer meals with these incredibly flavorful slow-roasted tomatoes! Perfectly sweet and tangy, these burst with juicy goodness and are the ideal complement to grilled meats, salads, or crostini. Roast them ahead of time for a make-ahead side dish that's always a crowd-pleaser. Chilled or at room temperature, this recipe is a simple yet elegant addition to any occasion.

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 6 mins

Calories 94.5 kcal

Protein 4g

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Ingredients for Slow Roast Tomatoes

1 pound ripe tomatoes (such as heirloom or Roma)
Garlic Cloves
2 tablespoons honey
Balsamic Vinegar
3 tablespoons olive oil, plus more for drizzling
Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper
Fresh Parsley

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How to Make Slow Roast Tomatoes

Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C).
Halve 1 pound of ripe tomatoes and arrange them cut-side up on a baking sheet.
Place 1 clove of minced garlic on top of each tomato half.
In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons of honey, 1 tablespoon of balsamic vinegar, and 3 tablespoons of olive oil.
Drizzle the honey-vinegar mixture evenly over the tomatoes.
Season generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Roast for 1 hour, or until the tomatoes are very soft and slightly charred.
Let cool completely. (Can be made 1 day ahead; cover and refrigerate.)
Before serving, sprinkle with 2 tablespoons of chopped fresh parsley. Drizzle with additional olive oil and balsamic vinegar, if desired.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

0 g

Sugar

33g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Slow Roast Tomatoes?

Slow Roast Tomatoes takes about 21 minutes from start to finish — roughly 15 minutes to prepare and 6 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Slow Roast Tomatoes?

Slow Roast Tomatoes has approximately 94.5 calories per serving, with about 4 g protein, 4 g carbohydrates and 7 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Slow Roast Tomatoes?

The key ingredients for Slow Roast Tomatoes are Tomatoes, Garlic Cloves, Honey, Balsamic Vinegar, Olive Oil, Salt & Freshly Ground Black Pepper. See the full list with measurements above.