Description
Enjoy the delightful combination of sweet roasted plum tomatoes topped with garlicky toasted pecans in this easy and flavorful side dish recipe.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Roasted Tomatoes:
- 2 pounds plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
For the Garlicky Toasted Pecans:
- ¾ cup pecans, roughly chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- Prepare the Tomatoes: Arrange the tomato halves cut-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes until soft and slightly caramelized.
- Toast the Pecans: In a small skillet over medium heat, heat the remaining olive oil and butter. Add the chopped pecans and garlic, toasting for about 3 to 4 minutes until golden and fragrant. Remove from heat.
- Combine and Serve: Spoon the garlicky toasted pecans over the roasted tomatoes, sprinkle with fresh parsley if desired, and serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Pair with grilled meats, crusty bread, or pasta for a delicious meal.
- Enhance with a splash of balsamic vinegar for added flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 220 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 8 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
