Quick One-Pan Fresh Tomato
A quick, rustic one-pan dish that highlights the natural sweetness of fresh tomatoes sautéed with garlic, olive oil, and herbs. Perfect as a topping, side dish, or light main, ready in under 15 minutes.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 2 as a side, 1 as a light main
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
- 2 cups fresh ripe tomatoes (any variety), chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil or parsley, chopped
- Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped onion
- Optional: 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar
- Optional: 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add minced garlic (and onion if using) and sauté for 30–60 seconds until fragrant.
- Add chopped tomatoes to the pan.
- Season with salt, black pepper, and any optional spices or herbs.
- Cook for 5–8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tomatoes soften and release their juices but still hold some texture.
- Stir in fresh basil or parsley just before serving.
- Serve warm as a side dish or over toast, pasta, rice, or protein.
Notes
- Use cherry or grape tomatoes for extra sweetness.
- Don’t overcook—the tomatoes should soften but not become mushy.
- Add chili flakes for heat or balsamic for a sweet-tangy twist.
- Great as a base for pasta sauces or a topping for grilled meats.
- Fresh herbs are best, but dried herbs work in a pinch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 of recipe
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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