Description
Chewy, tangy, and packed with intense flavor, these homemade sun-dried tomatoes are slow-roasted in the oven and perfect for adding to pasta, salads, and more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds cherry tomatoes, halved
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- Fresh thyme or basil sprigs (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 225°F (110°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss halved cherry tomatoes with olive oil, sea salt, oregano, and garlic powder if using.
- Arrange the tomatoes cut-side up on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
- Scatter fresh herbs over the tomatoes if using.
- Bake for 3 to 4 hours until the tomatoes are shriveled but still slightly soft.
- Let cool completely, then transfer to jars and drizzle with olive oil if desired.
Notes
- Use uniformly sized tomato halves for even drying.
- Rotate trays halfway through baking for even heat.
- Store in an airtight jar in the fridge or freezer for longer shelf life.
- Try different herbs and spices for unique flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 4 hours
- Category: Preserves
- Method: Oven-Dried
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 cup
- Calories: 45
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2.5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: sun-dried tomatoes, homemade, oven-dried, cherry tomatoes, tomato preserve, vegan