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Grilled Tomatoes with Herby Breadcrumbs — A Perfect Summer Starter
Juicy grilled tomatoes coated in aromatic herbed breadcrumbs — a simple, sun-kissed Sicilian starter ideal for any summer table.
🛒 Ingredients
- ✓ 4 large, ripe *cuore di bue* tomatoes
- ✓ 1 mug of breadcrumbs
- ✓ Fresh parsley
- ✓ 2 garlic cloves
- ✓ Dried oregano
- ✓ Extra-virgin olive oil
- ✓ Salt
- ✓ Freshly ground black pepper
📊 Nutritional Information
These grilled tomatoes with herby breadcrumbs capture the essence of a Sicilian summer — simple, bright, and bursting with flavour. Using cuore di bue tomatoes, known for their wonderfully meaty, succulent flesh, this dish transforms a humble ingredient into something elegant and irresistibly Mediterranean.
Light yet satisfying, it’s the perfect starter for outdoor meals, relaxed lunches, or an aperitivo shared with friends. With just a few pantry staples and a hot grill, you’ll have a plate that celebrates everything we love about warm-weather cooking: freshness, fragrance, and honest simplicity.
👨🍳 Preparation
- 1
Wash the tomatoes and cut them into 1 cm slices.
- 2
Place the slices in a large bowl and season with chopped garlic, salt and black pepper.
- 3
Add oregano and a generous splash of extra-virgin olive oil, leaving the tomatoes to marinate for about 1 hour.
- 4
Drain the tomatoes and coat them in breadcrumbs mixed with salt, oregano and chopped parsley.
- 5
Heat the grill well and cook the tomatoes, turning halfway through.
- 6
Serve the grilled tomatoes cold or at room temperature.
💡 Tips and Variations
Add a spoonful of grated cheese to the breadcrumbs for a richer flavour.
For a sweeter twist, use cherry tomatoes — they caramelise beautifully on the grill.
📦 Storage
- • Store in the fridge for up to 2 days.
- • Cover with cling film.
- • Lightly reheat if you prefer them warm.
🍷 Pairing
Pair these tomatoes with a chilled glass of Sicilian Grillo — its fresh, aromatic profile complements the smoky sweetness of the grilled fruit.
Thank you for trying this recipe. May these grilled tomatoes with crunchy, aromatic breadcrumbs become a new summer favourite on your table. Buon appetito!
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