Description
These roasted tomatoes are a simple and flavorful side dish perfect for enhancing any meal. Using the natural sweetness of vine-ripened tomatoes combined with aromatic seasonings like garlic powder, lemon pepper, and dried tarragon, then slow-roasting in olive oil brings out a rich, concentrated flavor and tender texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Tomatoes
- 4-5 vine-ripened tomatoes
Seasonings
- Garlic powder, to taste
- Lemon pepper, to taste
- Dried tarragon, to taste
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
Other
- Olive oil, to drizzle
Instructions
- Prepare Tomatoes: Cut the tomatoes into halves and carefully remove the cores to create a flat roasting surface and allow even cooking.
- Season Tomatoes: Lightly sprinkle garlic powder, lemon pepper, dried tarragon, salt, and black pepper evenly over the tomato halves to infuse them with aromatic flavor.
- Add Olive Oil: Drizzle olive oil lightly over the seasoned tomatoes. Some oil will run off, which is normal and helps prevent burning during roasting.
- Roast: Arrange the tomatoes cut side up in a glass baking dish and bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 45 minutes until the tomatoes are tender, slightly caramelized, and flavorful.
Notes
- Vine-ripened tomatoes have a sweeter flavor that works best for roasting.
- Adjust seasoning quantities according to personal preference.
- Using a glass baking dish helps promote even roasting and easy cleanup.
- These roasted tomatoes can be served warm as a side dish or cooled and used in salads or sandwiches.
