Description
A delightful dish that showcases the fresh flavor of garden tomatoes, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups fresh sweet garden tomatoes, chopped
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil, chopped (or 1 teaspoon dried basil)
- 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar (optional)
Instructions
- Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and cut them into small pieces.
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and season with salt and pepper.
- Cook for about 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes soften and release their juices.
- If using fresh basil, add it now and drizzle with balsamic vinegar if desired.
- Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Notes
Serve warm or at room temperature. Pairs well with crusty bread, pasta, or as a topping for grilled chicken or fish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 480mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: garden tomatoes, side dish, vegetarian