Grape Tomatoes with Onion Bacon and Sage

Bursting with vibrant flavors and rustic charm, Grape Tomatoes with Onion, Bacon, and Sage is a quick and irresistible side dish that elevates any meal. Juicy grape tomatoes are sautéed to perfection with golden caramelized onion and fragrant garlic, complemented by the smoky, crispy indulgence of bacon. Fresh sage adds an earthy, herbaceous note, while a touch of heat from optional red pepper flakes brings balance and depth. Ready in just 30 minutes, this dish shines on its own or as a versatile topping for pasta, toast, or salads. With its perfect harmony of savory and fresh, this recipe is sure to become your new favorite way to savor seasonal tomatoes. Keywords: grape tomatoes recipe, bacon side dish, sage and onion tomatoes, easy skillet recipes, quick side dishes.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups grape tomatoes
• 4 slices bacon
• 1 medium (chopped) yellow onion
• 2 cloves (minced) garlic
• 6 pieces (finely chopped) fresh sage leaves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add the bacon slices and cook until crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove the bacon from the skillet and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain. Reserve 1 tablespoon of bacon drippings in the skillet.

Step 2

Chop the cooked bacon into small pieces and set aside.

Step 3

In the same skillet with the reserved bacon drippings, add the olive oil and heat over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and cook for 5 minutes or until softened and lightly golden.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the grape tomatoes to the skillet. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes begin to soften and release their juices.

Step 6

Sprinkle the chopped sage leaves over the tomatoes and stir well. Season with salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Continue cooking for 2 more minutes to allow the flavors to meld.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the chopped bacon.

Step 8

Serve warm as a side dish, or use as a topping for pasta, toast, or salad.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(478.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	508.4

Total Fat 40.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.6g
Cholesterol 31.7mg	0%
Sodium 1763.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 24.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 5.6g	0%
Total Sugars 11.8g
Protein 14.6g	0%

Vitamin D 5.1IU	0%
Calcium 67.1mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 1066.7mg	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: 69.8%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 18.9%