Cherry Tomato Sauce with Lemon

Brighten up your meals with this irresistible Cherry Tomato Sauce with Lemon, a vibrant medley of sweet, tangy, and zesty flavors! This quick and easy recipe combines juicy, simmered cherry tomatoes with the citrusy punch of fresh lemon zest and juice, creating a light yet flavorful sauce that’s perfect for pasta, roasted veggies, or a dip for crusty bread. Infused with garlic and a hint of heat from optional red pepper flakes, this sauce is elevated further with a sprinkle of fresh basil for an herby finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this fresh and fragrant dish is a go-to for weeknight dinners or effortless entertaining.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 4 cups cherry tomatoes, halved
• 1 teaspoon lemon zest
• 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 3

Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and stir to coat them in the garlic oil.

Step 4

Cook the tomatoes over medium heat for about 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to break down and release their juices.

Step 5

Using a wooden spoon, gently mash some of the tomatoes to create a thicker sauce while leaving some whole for texture.

Step 6

Stir in the lemon zest, lemon juice, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped fresh basil.

Step 8

Serve the cherry tomato sauce warm over pasta, grilled vegetables, or use as a dipping sauce for crusty bread.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(714.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	392.2

Total Fat 29.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1214.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 29.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 15.9g
Protein 7.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.8mg	0%
Iron 4.7mg	0%
Potassium 1600.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.1%

Protein: 7.1%

Carbs: 28.9%