Charred Cherry Tomatoes
Amy
Charred Cherry Tomatoes bring a burst of smoky sweetness to your table in just 25 minutes. These little gems caramelize beautifully, their skins blistering to reveal juicy, tender interiors that melt in your mouth.
Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 25 minutes mins
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- Heaping ½ teaspoon cumin seeds
- ½ teaspoon honey or maple syrup
- Leaves of 5 thyme sprigs, more for garnish
- Zest of 1 lemon, divided
- 1 cup thick whole milk Greek yogurt
- Pinch red pepper flakes
- Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper
- Fresh mint leaves
Preheat the oven to 425°F.
In a medium bowl, combine the tomatoes, olive oil, garlic, cumin, honey, thyme, half the lemon zest, ¼ teaspoon salt, and several grinds of freshly ground pepper. Pour into a small rimmed baking dish and roast for 18 minutes.
Turn the oven to broil and broil for 2 minutes, or until the tomatoes begin to char on top.
In a small bowl, mix the yogurt with the remaining lemon zest and ¼ teaspoon salt.
Spread the yogurt in a thin layer on a serving plate and top with the tomatoes. Sprinkle with red pepper flakes and garnish with fresh thyme leaves and mint leaves. Season to taste and serve with crusty bread for dipping.
Keyword charred vegetables, Cherry tomatoes, healthy snacks, quick appetizers, summer recipes