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How to Grill Tomatoes

How to Grill Tomatoes: Sweet and Smoky Perfection at Home

Discover how to grill tomatoes for a delicious appetizer or side dish that bursts with flavor.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 100
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Herb Butter
  • 1 cup Fresh Herbs (e.g., thyme, oregano) Dried herbs can substitute if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1/2 cup Salted Butter Use unsalted butter if preferred and add salt to taste.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh minced garlic is best, but garlic powder can work.
For the Tomatoes
  • 2 cups Cherry Tomatoes You can use grape tomatoes for a similar taste.
  • 2 medium Roma Tomatoes Substitute with beefsteak tomatoes, cut into bite-sized pieces.
For Grilling
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Extra virgin olive oil is delightful, but can be omitted if using butter.

Equipment

  • Grill
  • Mixing Bowl
  • aluminum foil
  • skewers

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Prep the Herb Butter: Finely chop fresh herbs, mix with softened salted butter and minced garlic in a bowl, and set aside.
  2. Prepare the Cherry Tomato Skewers: Thread 3 to 6 cherry tomatoes onto skewers, brush with garlic herb butter, and preheat the grill.
  3. Grill the Cherry Tomato Skewers: Place on the grill for 5 minutes, flip, add more herb butter, and grill another 4-5 minutes.
  4. Prepare the Roma Tomatoes: Slice into wedges, drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with garlic and basil.
  5. Create Grilled Tomato-Basil Foil Packets: Lay seasoned tomato wedges on foil, fold tightly to create a packet.
  6. Grill the Tomato-Basil Foil Packets: Grill alongside skewers for 10-15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
  7. Serve and Enjoy: Open foil packets, serve grilled Roma tomatoes with cherry skewers, drizzle remaining garlic herb butter.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingsCalories: 100kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 2gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 20mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 700IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 0.5mg

Notes

Grilled tomatoes make a delightful appetizer or side dish that pairs well with grilled meats and salads. Customize with your favorite herbs for personal flair.

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