Cherry Tomatoes and Olives

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This is a simple, delicious dish of cherry tomatoes and olives. Garlic and balsamic vinegar round out the flavor, and pine nuts add a pleasant crunch if desired. Quick cooking over high heat intensifies the tomatoes so this is good even in winter!

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Prep Time:
5 mins
Cook Time:
10 mins
Total Time:
15 mins
Servings:
2
Yield:
2 servings

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • 1 clove garlic, minced

  • 2 cups cherry tomatoes

  • 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar

  • ¼ cup pitted kalamata olives

  • 1 tablespoon pine nuts (Optional)

  • ground black pepper to taste

Directions

  1. Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the garlic, tomatoes, and balsamic vinegar. Cook, stirring, until the tomatoes are hot and wrinkled, about 7 minutes. Mix in the olives and pine nuts, and season with pepper. Continue to cook and stir until heated through, about 3 additional minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

170 Calories
14g Fat
11g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 2
Calories 170
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14g 18%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Sodium 291mg 13%
Total Carbohydrate 11g 4%
Dietary Fiber 2g 8%
Total Sugars 1g
Protein 3g 5%
Vitamin C 29mg 32%
Calcium 21mg 2%
Iron 1mg 8%
Potassium 373mg 8%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.