Name: Roasted Tomato Pesto
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 150 min
Ingredients: 1.6670000553131 pounds medium plum tomatoes (6 to 8), halved and seeded; 1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil; 0.5 teaspoon salt, divided; 3 tablespoons finely shredded Grana Padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese; 3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted (see Tip); 1.5 teaspoons fresh thyme; 1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar; 1 small clove garlic; 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Roasted Tomato Pesto

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The concentrated sweetness of slow-roasted tomatoes balanced with savory thyme and a touch of red-wine vinegar makes this healthy pesto recipe a must-try for any tomato lover. Try it in place of tomato sauce on your next pizza or as a “secret” ingredient in your next lasagna.

Hilary Meyer

Updated on June 8, 2018

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

2 hrs 10 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

Yield:

1 cup

Nutrition Profile:

Heart Healthy Low-Calorie Low Carbohydrate Diabetes Appropriate Gluten-Free Vegetarian Low Sodium Low Added Sugars

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Ingredients

1 ⅔ pounds medium plum tomatoes (6 to 8), halved and seeded
1 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil
½ teaspoon salt, divided
3 tablespoons finely shredded Grana Padano or Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese
3 tablespoons pine nuts, toasted (see Tip)
1 ½ teaspoons fresh thyme
1 teaspoon red-wine vinegar
1 small clove garlic
¼ teaspoon freshly ground pepper

Directions

Preheat oven to 300 degrees F.
Place tomatoes cut-side up on a baking sheet; drizzle with oil and sprinkle with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Roast until shriveled and brown on the bottom, 1 1/2 to 1 3/4 hours.
Once cooled, place the tomatoes and the remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt in a food processor; add cheese, pine nuts, thyme, vinegar, garlic and pepper. Pulse until well combined, scraping down the sides once or twice.

Tips

Make Ahead Tip: Cover and refrigerate for up to 1 week or freeze in an ice cube tray. Transfer frozen cubes to a sealable plastic bag. Defrost as needed.

For the best flavor, toast nuts and seeds before using in a recipe. To toast small nuts, chopped nuts and seeds, place in a small dry skillet and cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, until fragrant and lightly browned, 2 to 4 minutes.

Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

31	Calories
2g	Fat
2g	Carbs
1g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 31
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 2g	1%
Dietary Fiber 1g	2%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 1g	2%
Total Fat 2g	3%
Saturated Fat 0g	2%
Cholesterol 1mg	0%
Vitamin A 404IU	8%
Vitamin C 7mg	7%
Folate 8mcg	2%
Sodium 91mg	4%
Calcium 18mg	1%
Iron 0mg	1%
Magnesium 10mg	2%
Potassium 124mg	3%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.