Slow Roast Tomatoes

Elevate your cooking game with these Slow Roast Tomatoes, a simple yet transformative recipe that lets the natural sweetness of tomatoes shine. Perfect for cherry or Roma tomatoes, this dish combines slow roasting at a low temperature with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of aromatic herbs like oregano and thyme, and a touch of granulated sugar for caramelized perfection. Infused with the warm, mellow flavor of roasted garlic, these tender tomatoes are a versatile addition to any meal—serve them atop crusty bread, swirl them into pasta, or enjoy them as a mouthwatering stand-alone side. With only 10 minutes of prep and a long, hands-off roasting time, these herb-kissed tomatoes are an effortless way to savor the essence of slow cooking.

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:150 mins

Total Time:160 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds Cherry or Roma tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 whole Garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoons Dried oregano
• 4 sprigs Fresh thyme
• 1 teaspoons Granulated sugar

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 250°F (120°C).

Step 2

Rinse the tomatoes thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a kitchen towel.

Step 3

Slice the cherry or Roma tomatoes in half lengthwise. If using Roma tomatoes, remove the core if desired.

Step 4

Place the tomatoes cut side up on a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.

Step 5

Drizzle the olive oil evenly over the tomatoes.

Step 6

Peel the garlic cloves and crush them slightly with the flat side of a knife. Scatter them around the tomatoes on the baking sheet.

Step 7

Sprinkle the kosher salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and granulated sugar evenly over the tomatoes.

Step 8

Lay the thyme sprigs around the tomatoes for added flavor.

Step 9

Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 2.5 hours, or until the tomatoes are shriveled, slightly caramelized, and softened but still juicy.

Step 10

Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the tomatoes cool slightly before serving.

Step 11

Serve as a topping for crusty bread, toss through pasta, or enjoy alone as a flavorful side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(741.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	537.8

Total Fat 43.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 333.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 35.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.3g	0%
Total Sugars 22.0g
Protein 7.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 114.3mg	0%
Iron 3.3mg	0%
Potassium 1678.9mg	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: 69.7%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 25.3%