Print

Easy Roasted Cherry Tomato Sauce Recipe with Fresh Basil and Garlic for Perfect Pasta

easy roasted cherry tomato sauce - featured image
Print Recipe

A quick and easy roasted cherry tomato sauce with fresh basil and garlic that delivers a vibrant, textured, and flavorful sauce perfect for pasta and more.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds (900 g) cherry tomatoes, preferably ripe and firm
  • 1 cup fresh basil leaves, torn or roughly chopped
  • 4–6 large garlic cloves, peeled
  • 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt
  • ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Rinse the cherry tomatoes and pat them dry. Peel the garlic cloves but leave them whole.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the tomatoes, garlic cloves, olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Toss to coat evenly.
  4. Spread the tomatoes and garlic evenly on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer without overcrowding.
  5. Roast in the oven for 25-30 minutes until tomatoes blister, shrivel slightly, and start to burst, and garlic turns golden and soft. Shake the pan halfway through roasting for even cooking.
  6. Remove from oven and let cool slightly. Transfer the roasted tomatoes and garlic into a bowl, including the pan juices.
  7. Add torn fresh basil leaves to the roasted mixture and gently fold together with a wooden spoon or spatula.
  8. If desired, pulse the mixture briefly in a food processor or blender for a smoother sauce, leaving some chunks for texture.
  9. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt, pepper, red pepper flakes, or a pinch of sugar if needed.
  10. Serve immediately over your favorite pasta, topped with grated Parmesan cheese and a drizzle of olive oil.

Notes

Roasting at high heat is key to blistering the tomatoes and caramelizing the garlic for the best texture and flavor. Avoid overcrowding the pan to prevent steaming. Adding a pinch of sugar can balance acidity if tomatoes are not very sweet. The sauce can be stored refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for up to 2 months. Reheat gently to preserve texture.

Nutrition

Keywords: roasted cherry tomato sauce, fresh basil, garlic sauce, easy pasta sauce, quick tomato sauce, roasted tomato pasta sauce, weeknight dinner sauce

Find it online: https://tastytuck.com/easy-roasted-cherry-tomato-sauce-recipe-with-fresh-basil-and-garlic-for-perfect-pasta/