Slow-Roasted Tomatoes

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Health score
71%
Slow-Roasted Tomatoes
4080 min.
4
243kcal

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Slow-roasted tomatoes are a culinary treasure that elevates any dish with their rich, deeply concentrated flavors. This simple yet transformative technique allows the natural sweetness of the tomatoes to shine through while infusing them with aromatic garlic and a hint of olive oil. With just a handful of ingredients, you can create a delightful side dish that is perfect for enhancing salads, pastas, sandwiches, or simply enjoyed on their own.

Not only are these slow-roasted tomatoes a treat for the taste buds, but they are also incredibly healthy, fitting seamlessly into vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free lifestyles. With a health score of 71, you can savor each bite knowing you’re making a nutritious choice. With an impressive 243 calories per serving, they provide a wonderful balance of fats, proteins, and carbs, making them a wholesome addition to your meals.

The slow-roasting process takes time, but that’s the beauty of it! As the hours go by, your kitchen will be filled with an irresistible aroma that will have everyone eager to dig in. So, roll up your sleeves and prepare to enjoy the art of slow cooking, transforming humble ingredients into mouthwatering delights that will impress your family and friends alike. Get ready to bring the heart of Italian cuisine into your home with these luscious slow-roasted tomatoes!

Ingredients

  •  garlic cloves minced
  • tablespoons olive oil extra-virgin
  • pounds plum tomatoes halved lengthwise

Equipment

  • oven
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 200°F.
  2. Put tomatoes, cut sides up, in 2 large shallow baking pans.
  3. Combine garlic and oil and spoon over tomatoes. Season tomatoes with salt and pepper and roast in oven 6 to 8 hours (tomatoes will be reduced in size but will retain their shape). Cool tomatoes.
  4. Roasted tomatoes keep in an airtight container, chilled, 2 weeks. Bring to room temperature before using.

Nutrition Facts

Calories243kcal
Protein6.59%
Fat63.91%
Carbs29.5%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17
Glycemic Load
5.06
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.303478393866%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
3.08mg
Apigenin
0.02mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.42mg
Myricetin
0.66mg
Quercetin
2.71mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:243.05kcal
12.15%
Fat:18.43g
28.35%
Saturated Fat:2.55g
15.91%
Carbohydrates:19.13g
6.38%
Net Carbohydrates:13.6g
4.94%
Sugar:11.97g
13.3%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:23.79mg
1.03%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.28g
8.56%
Vitamin C:63.55mg
77.03%
Vitamin A:3778.83IU
75.58%
Vitamin K:46.45µg
44.23%
Vitamin E:4.97mg
33.15%
Potassium:1093.23mg
31.24%
Manganese:0.59mg
29.62%
Fiber:5.54g
22.15%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.93%
Folate:68.17µg
17.04%
Copper:0.28mg
14.05%
Vitamin B3:2.73mg
13.63%
Magnesium:51.02mg
12.76%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.79%
Phosphorus:115.75mg
11.57%
Iron:1.4mg
7.77%
Zinc:0.82mg
5.49%
Calcium:53.68mg
5.37%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.36%
Vitamin B5:0.43mg
4.31%
Source:Epicurious