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Balsamic Cherry Tomato Sauce

Serves

Prep Time

20 Minutes

Cook Time

15 Minutes

Unlike heavier tomato sauces that simmer for hours, a balsamic cherry tomato sauce comes together quickly. The cherry tomatoes burst in the pan, releasing their natural sweetness, while the balsamic vinegar reduces to a slightly tangy glaze. The result? A perfectly balanced sauce that’s both rich, refreshing, and quick.

Where to use it:

Over pasta: Toss it with spaghetti, penne, or even zucchini noodles for a lighter twist.
With proteins: Drizzle it over grilled chicken, seared salmon, or even roasted tofu for a restaurant-quality finish.
As a topping: Spread it on toasted bread for a rustic bruschetta or spoon it over creamy polenta.

Ingredients

1 tablespoon SOOC Garlic Olive Oil
8 cloves fresh garlic, minced
4 cups cherry tomatoes (any size and/or color)
1/4 cup SOOC Black Garlic Balsamic Vinegar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese
1 bunch fresh basil, chopped
1 box of pasta

Directions

Heat your pan over medium heat. Add olive oil and fresh garlic. Sauté lightly.

Add cherry tomatoes and Balsamic Vinegar. Cook until cherry tomatoes start to burst and break down a little. Add salt, pepper, and parmesan cheese. Cook a few minutes longer. Stir in fresh basil. Serve over pasta or grilled chicken if desired.

Pro Tip: If your tomatoes are very juicy and you would like to thicken the sauce a little:

Mix 1 Tbsp corn starch with tomato juices from pan in small bowl, adding enough juice until you make a gravy-like consistency. Gradually add mixture to larger pan, stirring consistently. Let tomato sauce simmer a few minutes longer sauce thickens.