Sautéed Cherry Tomatoes with Garlic and Basil

Enjoy cherry or grape tomatoes with this quick and easy recipe. Sautéed in olive oil with garlic and basil, these are ready in less than 10 minutes

• Preparation Time: 5 mins
• Cooking Time: 5 mins
• Total Time: 10 mins
• Calories: 47 Calories

Ingredients

• salt and pepper to taste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
• 2 pints cherry or grape tomatoes

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a 12-inch frying pan over medium-high heat until oil starts to smoke.

Step 2

Add tomatoes to hot oil; season with salt and pepper. Sauté, shaking pan frequently, until tomatoes soften and skins just begin to wrinkle, about 2 minutes.

Step 3

Gather all ingredients.

Step 4

Stir in garlic and continue shaking the pan until garlic is fragrant.

Step 5

Remove from heat; stir in fresh basil and remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil.