Sauteed Grape Tomatoes

Elevate your next meal with the vibrant flavors of sautéed grape tomatoes, a simple yet irresistible side dish that’s ready in just 12 minutes! Bursting with sweet and juicy goodness, these bite-sized tomatoes are sautéed to perfection in garlic-infused olive oil, seasoned with a touch of sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Fresh basil leaves add an herbaceous finish, making this dish a perfect accompaniment to pastas, grilled proteins, or even as a savory toast topping. Quick to prepare and packed with Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this recipe is a delicious way to maximize the natural sweetness of ripe grape tomatoes while keeping things light and healthy.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:7 mins

Total Time:12 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups grape tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the grape tomatoes under cool water and pat dry with a clean towel.

Step 2

Peel and finely chop the garlic cloves.

Step 3

Heat a large nonstick skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil.

Step 4

Once the oil is shimmering, add the chopped garlic to the skillet and sauté for 30 seconds, stirring constantly to prevent burning.

Step 5

Add the grape tomatoes to the skillet and stir to coat them in the garlic-infused oil.

Step 6

Sprinkle the sea salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes over the tomatoes.

Step 7

Cook the tomatoes, stirring occasionally, for 5-7 minutes or until they begin to blister and soften. Avoid overcooking to retain their texture.

Step 8

Remove the skillet from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves, tearing them into smaller pieces as you add them.

Step 9

Serve warm as a side dish or as a topping for pasta, toast, or grilled proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(339.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	301.9

Total Fat 28.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1203.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 13.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 3.5g	0%
Total Sugars 7.0g
Protein 2.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 35.8mg	0%
Iron 1.0mg	0%
Potassium 746.5mg	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: 79.9%

Protein: 3.2%

Carbs: 16.8%