Best 7 Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese Recipes

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Roasted cherry tomato caprese is a delightful combination of sweet, tangy, and savory flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. This classic Italian dish is made with fresh, seasonal ingredients, including roasted cherry tomatoes, creamy mozzarella cheese, and fragrant basil leaves. The roasted cherry tomatoes add a burst of sweetness and a slightly smoky flavor to the dish, while the mozzarella cheese provides a creamy and rich texture. The basil leaves add a touch of freshness and herbal aroma. Roasted cherry tomato caprese is a versatile dish that can be served as an appetizer, main course, or side dish. It is also a great way to use up leftover cherry tomatoes.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

ROASTED CHERRY TOMATOES CAPRESE TOAST



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Caprese salad on toast! Cherry tomatoes are roasted until bursting and lightly browned then served with fresh mozzarella on thick, olive-oil-toasted bread.

Provided by Jamie Silva

Categories     Appetizer     Lunch     Snack

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 pints cherry tomatoes (halved)
4 cloves garlic (minced)
1/4 cup olive oil
1 ball fresh mozzarella (torn into large pieces)
Salt + pepper to taste
Thick bread (brushed with oil and toasted)
Fresh chopped basil for garnish

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  • Toss tomatoes and garlic together with olive oil then transfer to a baking sheet. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Roast until cherry tomatoes are bursting and lightly browned, about 40-45 minutes. Let cool.
  • To assemble, add torn pieces of mozzarella on top of toast. Spoon warm tomatoes on top and gently press down so the juices spill over cheese/bread.
  • Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with more salt, if desired. Serve immediately with chopped basil. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 serving, Calories 215 kcal

ROASTED CHERRY TOMATO CAPRESE



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The classic tomato and mozz summer salad gets a roasty cold-weather makeover.

Provided by Adam Rapoport

Categories     Bon Appétit     Tomato     Mozzarella     Roast     Thyme     Salad     Side     Garlic

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 pints cherry tomatoes
4 sprigs thyme
4 garlic cloves, smashed
1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
Kosher salt
8 ounces fresh buffalo or cow mozzarella (about 1 ball), room temperature, torn into large pieces
Flaky sea salt
Country-style bread, brushed with oil, toasted in oven (for serving)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Toss tomatoes, thyme, garlic, and oil on a rimmed baking sheet to coat and season lightly with kosher salt. Spread out in a single layer and roast until tomatoes are bursting and lightly browned, 40-45 minutes; let cool.
  • Arrange mozzarella on a platter and spoon warm tomato mixture with juices over; sprinkle with sea salt. Serve with olive-oil-toasted bread for soaking up all those extra juices.
  • Do Ahead
  • Tomatoes can be roasted 1 day ahead. Cover and chill. Gently reheat before using.

ROASTED CHERRY TOMATO CAPRESE SALAD



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This Roasted Cherry Tomato Caprese salad is certain to become a favourite. It is light, full of flavour and so easy to make. You can serve it as an appetiser or as a side dish. Don't miss the opportunity to mop up the delicious juices with some crusty bread.

Provided by Alexandra

Categories     Appetiser     Side Dish

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 9

500 g cherry tomatoes (I used heirloom )
3 cloves garlic , crushed (See Note 1)
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil (See Note 2)
1 tsp sugar (See Note 3)
1/2 tsp dried oregano
1/4 tsp sea salt flakes (See Note 4)
150 g fresh mozzarella ball, torn into pieces (See Note 5)
1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
sea salt flakes to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat your oven to 180 Degrees C (355F).
  • Wash and dry the tomatoes, halve any that are large. Pierce the whole tomatoes with the tip of a sharp knife. It will prevent them from bursting in the oven.
  • Place the tomatoes in a medium-size bowl.Add the crushed garlic, olive oil, sugar, dried oregano and salt and toss together.
  • Turn onto a rimmed baking tray and place in the preheated oven.Bake the tomatoes for about 30 minutes or until they begin to caramelise.Remove the tray from the oven and set aside to cool.
  • When cool, remove the crushed garlic. Arrange the tomatoes on a serving platter with the torn mozzarella and the basil leaves. Pour the roasting juices over the tomatoes.
  • Add a sprinkle of good quality sea salt flakes just before serving.Serve as an appetiser with crusty bread to mop up the juices, or serve as a side dish - See Note 6.Also delicious served with a drizzle of our Balsamic Glaze.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 262 kcal, Carbohydrate 7 g, Protein 9 g, Fat 22 g, SaturatedFat 6 g, Cholesterol 29 mg, Sodium 394 mg, Sugar 4 g, ServingSize 1 serving

ROASTED TOMATO CAPRESE SALAD



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Provided by Ina Garten

Categories     side-dish

Time 2h38m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

12 plum tomatoes, halved lengthwise, seeds (not cores) removed
1/4 cup good olive oil, plus more for drizzling
1 1/2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 large garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sugar
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
16 ounces fresh salted mozzarella
12 fresh basil leaves, julienned

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 275 degrees F.
  • Arrange the tomatoes on a sheet pan, cut sides up, in a single layer. Drizzle with 1/4 cup of olive oil and the balsamic vinegar. Sprinkle with the garlic, sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper. Roast for 2 hours until the tomatoes are concentrated and begin to caramelize. Allow the tomatoes to cool to room temperature.
  • Cut the mozzarella into slices slightly less than 1/2-inch thick. If the slices of mozzarella are larger than the tomatoes, cut the mozzarella slices in half. Layer the tomatoes alternately with the mozzarella on a platter and scatter the basil on top. Sprinkle lightly with salt and pepper and drizzle lightly with olive oil. Serve at room temperature.

ROASTED TOMATO CAPRESE



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Provided by Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 1h45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 13

4 cloves garlic
1 cup packed fresh basil leaves
1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan
1 cup good olive oil
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1 lemon, zested and juiced
4 large Roma tomatoes
4 tablespoons olive oil
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
3 thin slices prosciutto, sliced into ribbons
2 large balls fresh buffalo mozzarella, sliced into 6 rounds

Steps:

  • For the pesto: In a food processor chop the garlic and basil and puree until chopped finely. Add in the remaining ingredients and puree until smooth. Set aside until ready to use.
  • For the tomatoes: Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F. Slice the tomatoes into 3 pieces, each about 1/2-inch thick, being sure to slice off the tops and bottoms. Toss with olive oil, salt and pepper and then place onto a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake for 45 minutes to 1 hour. Set a side to cool. For the prosciutto: Slice the prosciutto into ribbons and bake in a 350 degree F oven until crispy. About 20 minutes.
  • To plate: Place 2 slices roasted tomato caddy-wompus on your plate, top with fresh buffalo mozzarella, pesto and the crispy prosciutto.

ROASTED CHERRY TOMATOES



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This is one of the easiest side dishes I've found. I don't even like most tomatoes, but I love these sweet little cherry tomatoes. This is the basic recipe, but you can also add slivered garlic to the roasting pan and/or chopped fresh basil and Parmesan cheese at the end. Very good with pasta!

Provided by Kristen M

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 5

¼ cup olive oil
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1 ½ teaspoons salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
3 pints cherry tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Whisk olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and pepper in a large bowl. Add cherry tomatoes; toss to coat.
  • Spread cherry tomatoes in an even layer on a rimmed baking sheet.
  • Roast until skins are slightly shriveled, 35 to 40 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 84.5 calories, Carbohydrate 5.5 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 1 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 446.7 mg, Sugar 0.3 g

TOMATO & MOZZARELLA CAPRESE - OFFICIAL RECIPE - OLIVE GARDEN



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Make and share this Tomato & Mozzarella Caprese - Official Recipe - Olive Garden recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Starfire aka Wendy

Categories     Cheese

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

8 slices of vine-ripened tomatoes
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
8 medium fresh basil leaves
12 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced into 8 slices
dry oregano leaves
sea salt or kosher salt
fresh ground pepper
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil

Steps:

  • Arrange sliced tomatoes on a large platter.
  • Place one basil leaf on top of each tomato slice.
  • Place one slice of mozzarella on top of each basil leaf.
  • Spring oregano, salt and black pepper on cheese and drizzle with extra-virgin olive oil. Finish with drizzle of balsamic vinegar.

Tips:

  • Choose ripe, flavorful cherry tomatoes. This will ensure that your caprese salad is bursting with flavor.
  • Roast the cherry tomatoes until they are slightly caramelized. This will concentrate their flavor and make them even more delicious.
  • Use fresh mozzarella cheese. Fresh mozzarella has a soft, creamy texture that pairs perfectly with the roasted cherry tomatoes.
  • Use high-quality olive oil. Extra virgin olive oil has a fruity, peppery flavor that will enhance the flavors of the other ingredients.
  • Add fresh basil leaves for a pop of color and flavor. Basil is the classic herb to pair with caprese salad, and it adds a refreshing, aromatic flavor.

Conclusion:

Roasted cherry tomato caprese salad is a delicious and easy-to-make summer dish. It's perfect for a light lunch or dinner, or as a side dish at your next barbecue. With its vibrant colors and flavors, this salad is sure to impress your guests.

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