Italian oven-dried tomatoes in Olive Oil

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 0

Italian oven-dried tomatoes in Olive Oil recipe

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

30 min

Cook

360 min

Ready In

390 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	6 ripe Italian tomatoes , sliced 1/4 inch thick ( Roma )
	3 cups extra virgin olive oil , plus
	2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
	2 tablespoons dried Italian herb seasoning ( such as basil , oregano or rosemary )
	2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
	2 teaspoons fresh lemon juice
	1 teaspoon salt
	fresh ground pepper

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

432

Sugar

Fat

49g

Italian oven-dried tomatoes in Olive Oil are a perfect choice if you want to add some healthy and flavorful snacks to your diet. They are easy to make, although it requires time to dry the tomatoes, and they can last for a long time in the fridge. The combination of the tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, herbs, and lemon juice makes these snacks very aromatic, healthy, and full of flavor. You can use them as toppings on bread, salads, pizzas, pasta or sandwiches. They also work well on their own as an appetizer or as a snack.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°F (93°C).
2.	Arrange tomato slices on a wire rack set inside a baking sheet, and sprinkle with salt and ground pepper.
3.	Bake for 5 to 6 hours until the tomatoes are dried and shriveled.
4.	In a large glass jar, combine the olive oil, balsamic vinegar, dried Italian herb seasoning, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well.
5.	Add the oven-dried tomatoes to the jar, making sure they are completely covered with the oil mixture.
6.	Let the tomatoes marinate in the oil for at least two hours before serving. They can be stored in the fridge for up to 1 month.

PROS

Italian oven-dried tomatoes in Olive Oil are a perfect appetizer or a snack.

They are packed with flavor, and are a great source of vitamins and healthy fats.

CONS

These tomatoes can be quite oily, so it’s important to use them in moderation.

Also, it takes a long time to dry them, so be prepared to devote a whole afternoon to this recipe if you want to make a large batch.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as potassium and antioxidants.
Olive oil is high in healthy monounsaturated fats, which can help reduce inflammation and lower the risk of heart disease.