Sauteed Cherry Tomato Sauce
Transform your weeknight meals with this vibrant and easy-to-make Sautéed Cherry Tomato Sauce! Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe cherry tomatoes, enhanced by fragrant garlic, fresh basil, and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this sauce is a celebration of simple, wholesome ingredients. In just 15 minutes, you’ll have a versatile, chunky sauce perfect for drizzling over pasta, spreading on crispy bread, or complementing roasted vegetables. The gentle mashing of the tomatoes creates the perfect balance of texture and flavor, while a dash of sugar and vegetable broth (or water) ensures a luscious consistency. Ideal for busy cooks and tomato enthusiasts alike, this homemade cherry tomato sauce is as fresh and flavorful as it gets.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic cloves
- 500 grams cherry tomatoes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 10 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons water or vegetable broth
Directions
Step 1
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves.
Step 2
Wash the cherry tomatoes and slice them in half.
Step 3
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Step 4
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 5
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the skillet and stir to coat them in the oil and garlic.
Step 6
Season the tomatoes with salt, black pepper, red pepper flakes, and sugar. Stir well.
Step 7
Let the tomatoes cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to break down and release their juices. Use the back of a spoon to gently mash some of the tomatoes for a chunkier sauce.
Step 8
If the sauce begins to dry out, add 1-2 tablespoons of water or vegetable broth to maintain the desired consistency.
Step 9
Tear the basil leaves into smaller pieces and stir them into the sauce during the last minute of cooking.
Step 10
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Step 11
Serve the sauce immediately over pasta, as a dip, or as a topping for your favorite dishes.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (577.7g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 370.4 |
| Total Fat 29.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1329.8mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 25.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 6.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 15.4g | |
| Protein 5.3g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 86.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 2.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1265.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories