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Don’t wait for summer to enjoy a fresh flavor of Tomatoes with BBQ sauce & flavorful mix of peanuts & sesame seeds! Gluten-free & dairy-free.

Speaking of fresh tomatoes – did you know that having tomatoes often in your diet may help fight several diseases? Your cardiovascular system will be mainly thankful.

And it is gluten-free as well as dairy-free! So, according to Healthline, tomatoes are a primary dietary source of the antioxidant lycopene, which helps reduce the risk of cancer.

This simple dish of simple ingredients will change your idea of tomatoes.

What goes well with tomatoes?

Tomato is a versatile fruit that pairs perfectly with almost anything. Tomatoes are incredibly delicious if they are super fresh and can be eaten raw or cooked. The best tomato pairing is Italian seasoning, like basil, oregano, capers, and olive oil. Tomato salad goes well with many dishes, whether fried, grilled, or baked – as it helps refresh considerably any main dish. Look how perfectly we combined succulent air fryer meatballs with our tomato recipe.

Can you eat salad tomatoes raw?

Definitely! Raw tomatoes can be served in various ways, whether in sandwiches, salads, or as a snack or appetizer!

Is tomato good for you?

As described above, tomatoes are an excellent addition to any healthy diet! The fruit is an excellent source of fiber and vitamin C.

Do tomatoes have calories?

Yes, tomatoes have calories, even if they are mostly made up of water (95%). A medium-sized tomato has about 22 calories.

How many carbs in a tomato?

Tomato is a fruit widely used in various low-carb diets, including ketogenic, Atkins, and Paleo.

Find below nutrients that contain a small raw tomato.

Carbs: 3.9 grams
Protein: 0.9 grams
Sugar: 2.6 grams
Fiber: 1.2 grams
Fat: 0.2 grams

How do you store fresh tomatoes?

I used to store ripe tomatoes refrigerated in a crisper drawer (also called a humidity drawer, which are designed for fresh product storage) or on the bottom shelf of the refrigerator. So tomatoes keep their fresher for longer. If you have a cellar, you can use it for storing fruits and vegetables.

Barbeque coating for tomatoes:

This coating is a find for me, as I never believed BBQ sauce could be paired with fresh tomato. It probably sounds strange, but combined with toasted peanuts and sesame seeds, it is heavenly.

For beginning, roast peanuts in a skillet over medium heat. Stir regularly using a silicone or wood spatula to prevent burning and ensure even roasting. Toast until nuts turn golden and become fragrant.

In a separate dry skillet, toast the sesame seeds. For more flavor, add some garlic cloves to the sesame. Roast for about 3 to 5 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Once ready, remove the garlic.

Now, combine BBQ sauce, vinegar, olive oil, and toasted seeds and nuts in a mixing bowl.

How to slice a tomato?

The main thing you should count on whenever you have to work with vegetables is a super sharp knife – and the best is the chef’s one. So, let’s slice tomatoes to get little colorful edges for our refreshing dish. Arrange the tomato vertically on the cutting board and cut it in half straight through the core. Start cutting straight from the stem end to the bottom to quarter the fruit. If you want the wedges thicker, eights it. For firm wedges, make sure you always keep tomatoes in a vertical position.

Tomatoes in barbeque sauce:

Transfer sliced tomatoes to a large mixing bowl. Pour over the BBQ coating and stir. Seasons tomatoes with salt to taste. Sprinkle some fresh spring onion if desired. Enjoy it as it is, or paired with anything you like. Below, find some great ideas for combo: