Description
This quick and easy one-pot recipe features blistered cherry tomatoes sautéed with garlic and seasoned with sea salt, black pepper, and fresh basil. Ready in just 25 minutes, it’s perfect for flavorful weeknight dinners or as a vibrant side dish. Optionally topped with Parmesan cheese for added richness, this dish brings out the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes in a simple, comforting skillet preparation.
Ingredients
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Ingredients
- 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes (Ripe for the best flavor)
- 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (Extra-virgin for best results)
- 4 cloves Garlic (Minced)
- 1 teaspoon Sea Salt (To taste)
- 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper (Freshly cracked, to taste)
- 1 handful Fresh Basil (Toss in before serving)
- 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (Freshly grated, optional)
Instructions
- Gather Ingredients: Collect all your ingredients and wash and dry the cherry tomatoes thoroughly to prepare for cooking.
- Heat Olive Oil: In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat until it shimmers, indicating it is hot enough for sautéing.
- Sauté Garlic: Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 30 seconds until the garlic becomes fragrant and slightly golden, being careful not to burn it.
- Add Tomatoes: Place the cherry tomatoes in a single layer in the skillet, making sure not to overcrowd them to allow for even blistering.
- Season Tomatoes: Sprinkle sea salt and freshly cracked black pepper over the tomatoes evenly, then gently stir to coat.
- Cook Tomatoes: Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, occasionally shaking the pan gently, until the tomatoes blister and soften, releasing their natural juices.
- Toss in Basil: Remove the skillet from heat and toss in the fresh basil leaves to infuse their aroma and flavor.
- Add Parmesan (Optional): If desired, sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over the tomatoes before serving to add a savory richness.
- Serve: Serve the blistered tomatoes immediately as a delightful main dish or a vibrant side to complement any meal.
Notes
- Use ripe cherry tomatoes for the best flavor and blistering effect.
- Do not overcrowd the skillet to ensure even cooking and blistering.
- Adjust salt and pepper according to personal taste preferences.
- Optionally add Parmesan cheese for a richer flavor, or omit for a vegetarian version.
- This dish pairs well with crusty bread, pasta, or grilled meats.
