The Wise Tomato (Sage that is!)

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 3

Wise Tomato and Sage Wedges Recipe to Add Flavor to Your Meal

by The Chefin Appetizer

Prep

10 min

Cook

15 min

Ready In

25 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/2 medium leek , washed , well trimmed and sliced ( dark green tops discarded )
	3 cloves garlic , minced
	1 teaspoon olive oil
	1 lb beefsteak tomato , cored and cut into wedges
	1/2 teaspoon dried sage
	salt & pepper

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Tomato wedges aren't a new concept for food enthusiasts or people trying to live a healthy lifestyle. This recipe, however, adds a new flavor profile to the classic tomato wedges recipe by adding sage. Sage's strong, earthy flavor offers a perfect balance to the natural sweetness of freshly cut beefsteak tomato wedges. You can serve them up as a side dish, an appetizer, or even as a topping on your burgers or sandwiches. They're crispy, loaded with flavor, and are guaranteed to be a crowd-pleaser. Make sure to use ripe, bright red tomatoes for the best results.

Instructions

1.	In a pan, sauté the leeks and garlic in olive oil for about 2 minutes over medium heat until soft.
2.	Add diced tomatoes into the same pan and stir well.
3.	Season the mixture with sage and add salt and pepper as per taste.
4.	Let the tomato mixture cook until it starts to break down.
5.	Serve the tomato and sage wedges as a side dish or toppings for burgers or sandwiches.

PROS

The Wise Tomato and Sage Wedges are easy to prepare, flavorful, and versatile.
They can be used as a side dish or toppings on your burgers or sandwiches, enhancing the flavor of your meal in seconds.
The preparation time for this recipe is less than 30 minutes.

CONS

The taste of the tomato wedges might not be appealing for all taste buds.

Some might not prefer the strong flavor of sage in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes have high content of vitamin C, potassium, and antioxidants which helps the body to fight against diseases. Sage is believed to provide various health benefits such as enhancing memory, reducing inflammation, and fighting infections.