Sugar-Free Grilled Tomatoes with Balsamic Glaze

Elevate your summer grilling game with these Sugar-Free Grilled Tomatoes with Balsamic Glaze—a vibrant, healthy dish that’s as delicious as it is simple. Perfectly ripe tomatoes are halved and grilled to smoky, caramelized perfection, then drizzled with a homemade balsamic glaze that’s naturally sweetened by reduction, no sugar needed! A touch of garlic-infused olive oil and a sprinkling of fresh basil ribbons take this dish to the next level, making it a flavorful and nutritious side or appetizer. Ready in just 30 minutes and bursting with fresh, Mediterranean-inspired flavors, this recipe is perfect for those seeking low-carb or sugar-free meal options without sacrificing taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium ripe tomatoes
• 0.5 cup balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 clove garlic

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Start by making the balsamic glaze. Pour the balsamic vinegar into a small saucepan and place over medium heat. Let it simmer gently, stirring occasionally, until it reduces by half and becomes syrupy, about 10-12 minutes. Then, remove from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 3

Meanwhile, wash and dry the tomatoes. Slice each tomato in half horizontally. Lightly brush each side with olive oil.

Step 4

Finely mince the garlic. In a small bowl, mix the minced garlic with the remaining olive oil, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Place the tomato halves cut-side down on the hot grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes until they have nice grill marks.

Step 6

Flip the tomatoes and spoon the garlic-oil mixture over the top. Continue to grill for another 4-5 minutes until the tomatoes are tender but still hold their shape.

Step 7

While the tomatoes are grilling, stack the basil leaves, roll them tightly, and slice them into thin ribbons (chiffonade).

Step 8

Once cooked, remove the tomatoes from the grill and transfer them to a serving platter.

Step 9

Drizzle the reduced balsamic glaze over the grilled tomatoes.

Step 10

Garnish with the freshly cut basil leaves. Serve immediately as a delightful appetizer or side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(650.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	452.9

Total Fat 29.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1235.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 40.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.3g	0%
Total Sugars 30.8g
Protein 5.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 116.3mg	0%
Iron 3.5mg	0%
Potassium 1471.6mg	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: 58.4%

Protein: 5.0%

Carbs: 36.5%