Low Fat Savory Tomato Spread
Elevate your appetizer game with this Low Fat Savory Tomato Spread, a luscious and wholesome recipe that’s bursting with flavor! Roasted cherry tomatoes, caramelized red onions, and garlic form the base of this velvety spread, enhanced by a touch of balsamic vinegar and fragrant fresh basil. A hint of paprika adds depth, while low-fat cream cheese provides a creamy texture without the extra calories. This versatile spread is perfect for pairing with crusty bread, crackers, or fresh veggies, and can even be used as a topping for grilled chicken or fish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this guilt-free delight is a crowd-pleasing addition to any table while keeping things light and healthy—ideal for snack lovers and health-conscious foodies alike!
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Ingredients
- 500 g Cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium Red onion
- 2 Garlic cloves
- 1 tsp Olive oil
- 2 tbsp Balsamic vinegar
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 10 Fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 100 g Low-fat cream cheese
Directions
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
Step 2
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
Step 3
Peel and roughly chop the red onion.
Step 4
Peel the garlic cloves.
Step 5
On a baking sheet, combine the cherry tomatoes, red onion, and garlic cloves. Drizzle with olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper. Toss to coat the vegetables evenly.
Step 6
Roast the mixture in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and caramelized, stirring halfway through.
Step 7
Remove the vegetables from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Step 8
Transfer the roasted vegetable mixture to a blender or food processor.
Step 9
Add fresh basil leaves, paprika, and low-fat cream cheese to the blender.
Step 10
Blend until smooth, stopping to scrape down the sides as necessary.
Step 11
Taste, and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Step 12
Transfer the tomato spread to a serving bowl. Enjoy as a spread on sandwiches, as a dip with bread or crackers, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1186.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 720.3 |
| Total Fat 36.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 13.1g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 35.7mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1654.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 63.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 25.0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.1g | |
| Protein 29.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 902.6mg | 0% |
| Iron 19.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3282.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories