Steamed Cherry Tomatoes with Garlic & Basil

Simple and flavorful appetizer featuring sweet cherry tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and fresh basil. Steaming enhances the tomatoes' natural sweetness and creates a delightful soft texture.

Prep Time

10 minutes

Total Time

25 minutes

Calories

340

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.97

Season:

☀️ Summer

Meal Type:

Lunch•Dinner

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Ingredients

Servings

500gCherry Tomatoes(Choose ripe and firm cherry tomatoes. Multi-colored varieties add visual appeal.)

£2.20

2clovesGarlic(Minced finely.)

£0.20

0.3cupFresh Basil(Chopped coarsely, plus extra for garnish.)

£1.00

2tablespoonsOlive Oil(Extra virgin olive oil.)

£0.30

1tablespoonLemon Juice(Freshly squeezed.)

£0.15

0.5teaspoonSalt(Or to taste.)

£0.01

0.3teaspoonBlack Pepper(Freshly ground, or to taste.)

£0.02

Total Cost

£3.88

£0.97 per serving

The Method

1
Fill a large pot with about 1 inch of water. Place a steamer basket inside, ensuring the water level is below the basket.
2
Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
3
While the water is heating, wash and dry the cherry tomatoes.
4
In a small bowl, combine minced garlic, chopped basil, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
5
Once the water is boiling, gently place the cherry tomatoes into the steamer basket.
6
Cover the pot and steam for 8-10 minutes, or until the tomatoes are slightly softened but still retain their shape.
7
Remove the steamer basket from the pot and transfer the steamed tomatoes to a serving bowl.
8
Pour the garlic and basil mixture over the steamed tomatoes and gently toss to coat.
9
Garnish with extra fresh basil leaves and serve immediately. The dish can also be served slightly warm.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (132g)

340 kcal / 1423 kJ

Carbs

20g

8% of RDA

Fat

28g

40% of RDA

Protein

14% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

6 g

20% of RDA

Sugar

14 g

16% of RDA

Sodium

750 mg

33% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For a spicier kick, add a pinch of red pepper flakes to the garlic and basil mixture.

If you don't have a steamer basket, you can use a colander or a heat-safe sieve placed inside the pot, ensuring it doesn't touch the water.

Steaming time may vary depending on the size and ripeness of the tomatoes. Check for desired tenderness after 8 minutes.

Serve with crusty bread for dipping into the flavorful juices.

For a chilled version, refrigerate the steamed tomatoes after tossing them in the garlic and basil mixture.

Cooking Equipment

Steamer basket

Large pot

Small bowl

Wine Pairings

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