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Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Published: Sep 1, 2021 by Louisa Clements · This post may contain affiliate links

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Roasted cherry tomatoes are full of flavour and a quick recipe to make with cherry or grape tomatoes. Simply roast with garlic, fresh herbs and extra virgin olive oil for a delicious ingredient to add to pasta, salads, or as an appetizer. This recipe was originally posted on August 19, 2013 and updated on September 1, 2021.

Roasted cherry tomatoes in a pile on a baking sheet

There are few things better than the burst that comes when you bite into a sweet cherry tomato–either fresh or roasted. Now, whether cherry tomatoes are better fresh or roasted, I’ll leave up to you.

With the end of the summer looming, I’m enjoying all that the produce has to offer. The cooler evenings also mean that turning on your oven isn’t that crazy.

I like to have a few tricks up my sleeve to make things feel special and roasting cherry tomatoes to have on hand is one of those effortless tricks.

Roasted tomatoes on a baking sheet

How to use them

What are some ways to use these roasted cherry tomatoes? I like to add them to pasta with garlic; the recipe uses a different method for the tomatoes, but I’ve used these roasted cherry tomatoes in it before and it is equally delicious.

Adding a bowl to a cheeseboard is such a fun, sweet surprise.

And you may be surprised when you look at the ingredients list, while this recipe uses fresh herbs, it’s not the basil you’d be expecting. Instead, I reach for thyme; I love the way its floral notes pair with the tomatoes.

Add some garlic, olive oil, and balsamic vinegar. Toss everything onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper (this will make cleanup much easier, you can thank me later).

Raw ingredients in a bowl

Now if you’re looking for more of a confit tomato, this won’t be the recipe you’re looking for. These aren’t slow cooked in a dish with oil, while they are equally delicious, you won’t end up with a ton of oil to serve them in.

For this dish, they are roasted in the oven, the same way you’d roast any other vegetable.

I also love using this roasting technique with out-of-season produce, roasting enhances the sweetness and can turn any “meh” ingredient into something fabulous.

Roasted cherry tomatoes in a pile on a baking sheet

Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes

Author: Louisa Clements
4 from 17 votes
Roasted cherry tomatoes are full of flavour and a quick recipe to make with cherry or grape tomatoes. Simply roast with garlic, fresh herbs and extra virgin olive oil for a delicious ingredient to add to pasta, salads, or as an appetizer.
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Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: 35 minutes
Total: 45 minutes
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Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp balsamic vinegar
  • 5 springs of fresh thyme, leaves only
  • ¼ tsp salt
  • ¼ tsp black pepper

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 375F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • In a medium sized bowl, toss tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, balsamic, thyme and salt and pepper.
  • Pour onto baking sheet and roast for 30-35 minutes.
Did you try this recipe?Leave a comment + rating and let me know what you think!
Filed Under: Appetizer, easy
Nutrition Facts
Oven Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Amount Per Serving
Calories 59 Calories from Fat 36
% Daily Value*
Fat 4g6%
Saturated Fat 1g6%
Sodium 159mg7%
Potassium 281mg8%
Carbohydrates 6g2%
Fiber 1g4%
Sugar 3g3%
Protein 1g2%
Vitamin A 639IU13%
Vitamin C 30mg36%
Calcium 25mg3%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Nutrition information is an estimate and is provided for informational purposes only. If you have any specific dietary concerns, please consult with your healthcare practitioner.

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  1. Rebecca

    August 02, 2022 at 5:50 pm

    The best !!
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    • Louisa Clements

      August 07, 2022 at 7:07 pm

      So glad you enjoy this recipe, Rebecca!
      Reply
  2. Shirley Clements

    April 02, 2022 at 12:18 pm

    What a delicious looking recipe & I know that it is as delicious as it looks! I must make it soon!
    ★★★★★

    5 stars

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  3. Christie

    September 28, 2021 at 6:55 pm

    Fabulous recipe Louisa and so easy to make too!
    ★★★★★
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    • Louisa Clements

      October 20, 2021 at 8:25 pm

      So glad you enjoyed this recipe, Christie!
      Reply
  4. [email protected]

    August 23, 2013 at 3:00 am

    Yummmmmy!
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    • Lou

      August 28, 2013 at 12:23 pm

      Thanks!
      Reply
  5. Shirley

    August 19, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    Excellent Idea, Miss Living Lou! Love the photos too! The photos make one want to make the recipe immediately!
    Reply
    • Lou

      August 28, 2013 at 12:22 pm

      Thanks! They're so yummy and simple, definitely give it a try!
      Reply

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