Cherry Tomato Jam
Learn how to make a small batch of Tomato Jam with cherry or grape tomatoes! It's quick, easy, and so delicious!
Servings: 24 servings
Calories: 11kcal
Ingredients
- 4 cups cherry tomatoes (or grape tomatoes)
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large cloves garlic, minced
- kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar
- 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
Instructions
- Quarter 4 cups cherry tomatoes (or halve, if very small).
- Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a large frying pan over medium heat.
- When hot, add 2 cloves minced garlic and cook just until fragrant, stirring constantly (about 30 seconds).
- Stir in cherry tomatoes, then season lightly with salt. Cook until softened (about 5 minutes).
- Add 2 teaspoons balsamic vinegar to tomatoes. Mix well, then cook until mixture is thick and jammy.
- Remove from heat, then stir in 1 to 2 tablespoons chopped basil. Season to taste with salt.
- Cool to room temperature before eating (or refrigerate). Enjoy!
Notes
Yield - This recipe makes about 1 ½ cups jam, which equals 24 servings (1 tablespoon each).
Chunky vs. Smooth Texture - Made as directed above, this jam will have a chunky texture. For smoother results, gently mash the tomatoes with the back of a wood spoon as they cook.
Scale Up or Down - Feel free to double or triple the recipe for a larger batch, or cut it in half for a smaller one.
More - Make sure to read the info before this recipe card for helpful tips, step by step photos, recipe variations, ideas for using the jam, and more!
Nutrition
Calories: 11kcal
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