Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Balsamic Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes Recipe – Roasting fresh cherry tomatoes with balsamic vinegar brings out their bright, bold flavor. They are perfect for making rustic and delicious dishes, like cherry tomato pasta sauce, or as a dip for crusty fresh bread!

Why We Love Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

There’s nothing quite so magical as those few weeks between the seasons. Personally, I love the time when late summer and early fall overlap. The sun is strong, but the days start to get shorter, and there’s a slight chill in the air.

Perhaps best of all, there are lots of fresh veggies to enjoy!

If you’re like us you probably have a great bounty of tomatoes by the end of the summer. Garden-fresh tomatoes are great for making all kinds of easy homemade recipes, like zesty salsa, old-fashioned tomato jam, and chimichurri tomato salad!

And of course, tomatoes are delicious as part of Italian-inspired dishes. We love this simple Oven Roasted Balsamic Cherry Tomatoes recipe that uses ripe cherry tomatoes, kissed with garlic and sweet balsamic vinegar.

It’s a fabulous way to use up end-of-season tomatoes and is a terrifically versatile side dish/condiment. Use balsamic roasted tomatoes on salads, sandwiches, in soups, and on charcuterie boards. You can bring some of that bright summer flavor to the top of main dish proteins, or shmear it on toasty bread…

Or best of all, use it as a no-fuss pasta sauce. Just toss the oven-roasted tomatoes with fresh cooked pasta and some freshly shaved parmesan and dinner is served!

Ingredients You Need

This is one of those fantastic fresh tomato pasta recipes with only 6 simple ingredients, but tastes wonderfully complex and satisfying.

To make the Oven Roasted Balsamic Cherry Tomatoes you need:

• Ripe cherry tomatoes – or grape tomatoes
• Extra virgin olive oil – or preferred high heat neutral-tasting oil
• Garlic – minced
• Fresh thyme – or dried thyme – see notes in the recipe card
• Aged balsamic vinegar – high quality is best
• Granulated sugar – just a touch to balance the acidity and caramelize the tomatoes
• Salt and pepper – to taste

How to Roast Cherry Tomatoes

First, preheat the oven to 400°F. Set out a large rimmed baking sheet. You can line it with parchment if you like.

Rinse and dry the cherry tomatoes, and cut them in halves. Place the tomatoes on the baking sheet. Then drizzle on the olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Then sprinkle the minced garlic, fresh thyme leaves, and sugar over the tomatoes.

Gently toss to coat.

Spread the tomatoes out in a single layer and generously sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Roast in the oven for 30 to 40 minutes, until the tomatoes are very wilted, and the pan juices have started to thicken.

Enjoy right away, or refrigerate the roasted cherry tomatoes until ready to use.

Get the Complete (Printable) Balsamic Roasted Cherry Tomatoes with Pasta Recipe Below. Enjoy!

How to Make Roasted Cherry Tomato Pasta

This roasted cherry tomato recipe is heavenly with some piping hot, tender pasta. If you are making the tomatoes and pasta at the same time for dinner, I suggest you start boiling the water 15-20 minutes or so after getting the balsamic cherry tomatoes in the oven.

Cook the pasta according to the package instructions. Drain it, but make sure to reserve 1/2 cup of pasta water.

Place the cooked pasta in a large bowl once the roasted cherry tomatoes come out of the oven. Pour the oven-roasted cherry tomatoes and juices over the top.

Now add the fresh basil and Parmesan cheese to the bowl. Use tongs to toss the pasta and coat it in the sauce.

If needed, add in 1/4 – 1/2 cup pasta water to loosen up the sauce. Add the water in small amounts so you use just enough and not more.

Serve the pasta warm with roasted cherry tomato sauce.

Tips & Tricks

• For a smooth tomato sauce, place the roasted cherry tomatoes in a blender and blend until smooth, then pour it over the pasta!
• Especially during the summertime, feel free to add bigger tomatoes like roma or heirloom tomatoes to the mix too! Just cut them up into smaller chunks. A variety of different tomatoes will add some different flavors.
• If you have a summer garden, throw in some zucchini or spinach too!

Frequently Asked Questions

What are other ideas for how to enjoy homemade roasted cherry tomatoes?

Hot and fresh roasted tomatoes are delicious in soups, like creamy tomato soup, or on Italian sandwiches or burgers. Enjoy as a snack or side with a hunk of toasty bread, on a charcuterie board, or just by themselves with a fork!

What other ingredients can I use to make pasta with roasted cherry tomato sauce?

Elevate this simple pasta dish with other yummy seasonal veggies, like asparagus (cut and roasted with the tomatoes) or fresh spinach. For an even heartier meal, add mozzarella cheese, chopped cooked chicken, or sauteed shrimp to the finished dish.

How do I make this a gluten-free or low-carb meal?

Use your favorite GF-friendly pasta to pair with the balsamic roasted cherry tomato sauce. You can also mix with zucchini noodles for a low-carb option.

How long do roasted tomatoes keep?

Balsamic cherry tomatoes will keep well in the fridge for up to 3 days, stored in an airtight container. Use them cold or reheat them briefly in the oven or microwave.

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• Roasted Red Pepper Marinara
• Fresh Tomato and Sausage Ragu
• Rustic Ribollita (Tuscan White Bean Soup)
• Stacked Tomato Salad
• Italian Sausage Stuffed Banana Peppers
• Italian Sausage Tortellini Soup

Check the printable recipe card below for the nutrition information including calories, carbohydrates, protein, saturated fat, sodium, potassium, fiber, vitamin c, and calcium percentages.

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