Description
These baked tomato slices are a quick and flavorful side or appetizer, seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and olive oil. They showcase fresh tomatoes with a tender texture and aromatic finish.
Ingredients
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided (or as needed)
1 large tomato, cut into ½-inch thick slices
1 sprig fresh rosemary, leaves stripped and finely chopped
1 clove garlic, minced
Salt and ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush a baking sheet with 1 tablespoon olive oil.
- Arrange tomato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
- Sprinkle chopped rosemary and minced garlic evenly over the slices.
- Brush tops with remaining olive oil.
- Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
- Bake for 5 to 10 minutes, until tomatoes are tender but still hold their shape.
Notes
- Use firm tomatoes like beefsteak or heirloom for best results.
- Prep ahead but bake just before serving to retain texture.
- Optional toppings include cheese, breadcrumbs, or balsamic glaze.
- Let rest briefly after baking to reduce sogginess.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 tomato
- Calories: 80
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
