Grilled roasted tomatoes

Grilled tomatoes are fresh tomatoes that have been cooked directly on a grill, which gives them a smoky flavor and a soft yet firm texture. This process enhances their natural sweetness and gives them a light caramelized touch, ideal for adding depth to sauces, salads, side dishes, and main courses.

The tomato, native to Central America and Mexico, has been cultivated for centuries and is a staple ingredient in Mediterranean, Latin American, and global cuisine. Grilling them is a popular technique used to intensify their flavor and take advantage of their versatility in different culinary preparations.

Properties: Grilled tomatoes retain many of the nutrients of fresh tomatoes, such as their high content of vitamin C, lycopene —an antioxidant that may help reduce the risk of certain diseases— and minerals like potassium. Furthermore, grilling can increase the bioavailability of lycopene, allowing the body to absorb it better.

Regarding synonyms in different Hispanic American countries, this ingredient can also be found under the names tomates a la parrilla, tomates asados, jitomates asados (in Mexico, when referring to the red variety of tomato) or simply tomate asado. The exact expression may vary by region, but the concept is common.