Grilled Tomatoes

• servings: 4 servings
• active time: 10 minutes
• total time: 20 minutes

Ingredients

6 firm roma tomatoes

Extra-virgin olive oil (for drizzling and brushing)

Italian Dressing (for serving)

Freshly grated Parmesan cheese or Vegan Parmesan

Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Sea salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Slice the tomatoes in half lengthwise. Drizzle the cut sides with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and pepper.

Heat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Brush with olive oil and place the tomatoes on the grill, cut side down. Grill for 4 to 6 minutes, or until grill marks form. Flip and grill for another 3 to 4 minutes, or until tender but not collapsing.

Transfer the tomatoes to a serving platter. Season with salt and pepper and drizzle with Italian dressing. If desired, top with grated Parmesan cheese. Garnish with fresh basil and serve.