Thanks for joining Sarah and me for Meatless Monday today. I just can’t seem to get enough of the all the tomatoes this summer. I am eating them in everything! I love the small sweet ones (yellow and red) both raw in salads and also cooked in stir fry meals and sauces. Sometimes I think I crave bowls of spaghetti with marinara sauce just so I can eat the sauce. Anyone else? Today, I have a simple yet incredibly delicious recipe that my family has been enjoying serving the past few weeks. This ridiculously easy Skillet Charred Tomato Bruschetta will have your whole family double dipping.
Skillet Charred Tomato Bruschetta
Honestly, you won’t believe how simple this Tomato Bruschetta is. You will need a nice sturdy cast iron skillet to start and some high quality extra virgin olive oil. I like to use a combination of yellow and red cherry tomatoes but any or either are fine. Add in a little fresh garlic, salt, pepper and basil and that’s it.
I know I could move to Italy and be one happy girl. I would live off of pasta and pizza and all things tomato all the time. But alas, that is probably not happening. Italian food is one thing all of our family members will eat so it’s our go to when want to cook a nice big family dinner. We originally prepared the Skillet Charred Tomato Bruschetta as a side to eat atop homemade bread. The next morning I made an omelet and topped it with the left over tomatoes and oh my goodness it was delicious.
Sometimes you just have to splurge on really good bread and this is how you should do it. Trust me. Your family will thank you. Hope you enjoy this super simple summer Skillet Charred Tomato Bruschetta. Pairs perfectly with just about any meal.
What are you splurging on these days? Would you like to dip into this?
Skillet Charred Tomato Bruschetta
Ingredients
- 2 pints of red and/or yellow cherry tomatoes
- (rinsed and dried)
- Olive Oil to coat
- Kosher salt & pepper to taste
- 2 garlic cloves-minced
- fresh basil
Instructions
- Preheat skillet on high until smoking hot
- Meanwhile in a large bowl toss together
- tomatoes, olive oil, salt, pepper, garlic and basil
- Add to smoking skillet and allow to char
- about 5-10 min
- Serve warm with fresh bread
Annmarie says
My hubby LOVES tomatoes – he’d be all over this!
Deborah Brooks says
They are so good right now
The Fit Palate says
Oh, I’m a sucker for a good bruschetta and I’m sure this way of cooking your tomatoes adds another layer of flavor! Beautiful and now I’m drooling thinking about this!
Deborah Brooks says
Oh good that was the idea 🙂
Marcia says
I’d totally dip into that! Tomatoes are everywhere right now…except in my garden thanks to way too much rain. I do have some coming along on the deck so it’s not a total loss.
Deborah Brooks says
Every year I say that I am going to have my own garden but it has not happened yet
Kimberly says
My dad LOVES tomatoes, but I know he hasn’t tried them like this! I’m going to pass this recipe along to him 🙂
Deborah Brooks says
Thanks it’s super easy!
Susie @ Suzlyfe says
I have no desire to have the pasta, just give me fresh bread and load up the sauce!
Deborah Brooks says
I know it’s so goooood!
Debbie @ Coach Debbie Runs says
I think I could probably survive on bruschetta. I love the combination of flavors. This looks so good!
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Deborah Brooks says
NO problem got it! And yes I could survive on tomatoes and bread too!
Sarah says
This looks simply delicious and just gave me an idea for switching things up camping next weekend since we already planned to use a skillet and cook up a bunch of veggies.
Happy Meatless Monday!
Deborah Brooks says
It would be great to do at your campfire. I bet you have the most gourmet camping food ever!
Cyndi says
I’m with ya on eating the marinara sauce by itself. No pasta needed! This looks delicious. Cherry tomatoes are so good when cooked or roasted.
Deborah Brooks says
They sure are!
Laura @ Sprint 2 the Table says
What a fun take on bruschetta! The tomatoes have been amazing this year.
Deborah Brooks says
I cannot seem to get enough of them!
Anna @ Pipers Run says
I don’t eat a lot of tomatoes I guess because of the texture but these look and sound so good. Definitely going to make this!
Deborah Brooks says
I really hope you like them!
Kimberly Hatting says
It’s THAT simple? Wow. I love bruschetta, but have never thought of making it myself. Thanks for another great recipe 😉
Deborah Brooks says
Probably the easiest recipe I have ever posted! Promise 🙂
Emily @ Pizza & Pull-ups says
yum! I have some cherry tomatoes I need to use and this looks like the perfect recipe for them.
Deborah Brooks says
definitely!
Mary Beth Jackson says
I most certainly could dip into that! YUM! and I like how you paired it with eggs the next day, great idea!
Deborah Brooks says
It was amazing on the eggs too
The Accidental Marathoner says
This looks so incredibly yummy! I just love tomatoes. I have 9 plants in my garden including a few heirloom varieties this year, and then 3 other plants on my deck. I’d bet we eat them at least 5 days a week!
Deborah Brooks says
I have never planted my own tomatoes but they are my favorite. It would be amazing to make this with all different types for sure
The Accidental Marathoner says
You should do it! If you don’t have garden space, they grow very nicely in containers on your deck or porch. It’s so wonderful to pick them fresh off the vine and just eat them!
Deborah Brooks says
Ah that sounds amazing! Thanks
Michelle @ Running with Attitude says
We do a lot of bruschetta in the summer around here! Always so tasty!
Jenn says
Brilliant idea, but cooked tomatoes are so very much not my thing. I wish I liked them better because they are so delicious raw.
Deborah Brooks says
I like them every which way!
Coco says
Yum! I’m enjoying my Mom’s tomatoes in salad and sauce – this is another great option.
Deborah Brooks says
I have been eating tomatoes every day they are so good right now
Rachel says
We had a wonderful bruschetta board the other night. I bet yours is just as amazing!
Deborah Brooks says
OH thanks it is pretty yum hope you try it
Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says
This looks perfect for all those cherry tomatoes I harvest in August! Yum!
Deborah Brooks says
Yes definitely! Let me know if you give it a try
Abbey Sharp says
I get SO pumped and excited when I see all the tomatoes at the farmers market and now I have an excuse to buy a whole bunch to make this recipe! Thanks for sharing 🙂
Deborah Brooks says
they are so good right now!
Nicole @ Fitful Focus says
This looks so delicious! And it’s so easy!
Deborah Brooks says
Does not get any easier!
Mikki says
I am loving everything about this dish!! I love cherry tomatoes, so I can’t wait to tryt this!
Deborah Brooks says
Thanks they are one of the best parts of summer eating
Tasting Page says
Is there anything better than fresh summer tomatoes? Yes! Charred one’s! Looks fab!
Deborah Brooks says
I agree thanks!
Ilka says
That’s a great summer snack idea!! Love the fresh tomatoes!
Deborah Brooks says
Yes they are fabulous right now
Bethany says
This is perfect for all our garden tomatoes.
Deborah Brooks says
definitely! Hope you give it a try
SJulie @ Running in a Skirt says
Yum!! so good!!
Deborah Brooks says
Thanks super easy too!
Jamie says
I’m not the biggest tomato fan, but this looks like an easy recipe to make for a party dish! I can’t wait to try it!
Deborah Brooks says
definitely easy!
Deborah Brooks says
It’s so easy!
[email protected] says
I’m not a big fan of cherry tomatoes but any veggie is great roasted. It brings out a different flavor in them.
Deborah Brooks says
It sure does!
Natalie says
This looks sooo good! I love the flavours. This will be such a great addition to my breakfast. I love having veggies especially tomatoes in the morning.
Deborah Brooks says
I do too!
Kathryn @ Dancing to Running says
I’ll have to try making this while I’m visiting with my parents and sister this week. They will LOVE it! Thanks!
Deborah Brooks says
It’s so easy! Hope you all enjoy
Debbie @ Deb Runs says
I can’t wait to try this and it’s pinned for future reference, too! Thanks!
Deborah Brooks says
Fabulous hope you enjoy!
Sam @ Bites of Wellness says
I just started using my cast iron skillet and I just LOVE it!! These tomatoes need to happen at my house ASAP!!
Deborah Brooks says
The skillets are the best and I hope you love this so easy!