🍅 Simple Uses for Cherry Tomatoes:
1. Fresh & Raw (Snacking or Salads)
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Toss with olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh herbs (like basil or parsley) for a quick salad.
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Add to caprese skewers: cherry tomatoes + mozzarella balls + basil + balsamic drizzle.
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Slice and top on avocado toast with a pinch of sea salt and chili flakes.
2. Roasted Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients:
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2 cups cherry tomatoes (whole or halved)
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1–2 tablespoons olive oil
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2–3 garlic cloves, smashed
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Salt, pepper, and thyme or rosemary
Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
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Toss tomatoes with olive oil, garlic, herbs, salt, and pepper.
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Roast for 20–25 minutes, until soft and blistered.
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Use as a topping for toast, pasta, or grilled meats.
3. Quick Cherry Tomato Pasta
Sauté halved cherry tomatoes in olive oil with garlic until they burst, then toss with pasta, fresh basil, and Parmesan. Add chili flakes for heat and a splash of pasta water for sauce.
4. Cherry Tomato Bruschetta
Chop cherry tomatoes and mix with minced garlic, olive oil, salt, pepper, and fresh basil. Spoon over toasted baguette slices for a fast appetizer.
5. Skillet Burst Tomatoes
Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high. Add cherry tomatoes, cook until they burst and blister. Season with salt and use as a sauce base or veggie side.
Let me know if you want a preservation method (like freezing or confit), or a specific recipe using cherry tomatoes!
