Chicken Free Roasted Tomato Compote with Garlic & Herbs
Roasted until jammy and deeply caramelized, this compote transforms a simple pile of cherry tomatoes into something that tastes like it simmered all day. Smashed garlic softens and turns golden in the oven alongside the tomatoes, and a pinch of turmeric adds a subtle warmth that makes the whole thing feel a little unexpected. A drizzle of honey at the end balances the acidity just enough without tipping it into sweet territory, and torn fresh basil brings it all home. Every single ingredient here is naturally plant-based and completely free of any poultry, so there's nothing to second-guess on the label or in the pan. Serve it warm over crusty bread, spoon it onto pasta, or use it as a base for eggs — it's the kind of versatile condiment that earns permanent rotation in your kitchen. The texture lands somewhere between a rustic sauce and a thick relish, which means it clings beautifully to whatever you pair it with.
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6 servings
- 2 lb cherry tomatoes
- 4 cloves garlic, smashed and peeled
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper, freshly ground
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- ¼ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp honey
- ¼ cup fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Spread the cherry tomatoes and smashed garlic cloves on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil and sprinkle with the salt, black pepper, dried oregano, turmeric, and red pepper flakes, if using. Toss to coat evenly.
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