Charred Tomatoes
with Cool Yoghurt, Pomegranate Molasses and Herbs
Prep Time
25 minutes
Number of Servings
Serves 4
Ingredients

  • Dressing

    • 2 Tbsp pomegranate molasses
    • 2 tsp za’atar seasoning
    • 4 Tbsp extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for drizzling
    • 3 Tbsp lemon juice
    • Sea salt

  • Cool Yoghurt

    • 1 garlic clove, crushed
    • [q:1 1/4] cups natural plain full-fat yoghurt
    • Salt

  • Charred Tomatoes

    • 2 lb 4 oz cherry tomatoes on the vine
    • Handful of mint leaves, chopped
    • Large handful of basil leaves, torn
    • Handful of pomegranate seeds
Directions
  1. Prepare a barbecue for direct cooking over medium heat.
  2. Combine Dressing ingredients with a pinch of salt in a clean lidded jar or bowl. Shake or whisk to combine. Set aside.
  3. For Cool Yoghurt: combine crushed garlic, yoghurt, and a pinch of salt in a bowl and mix well. Set aside.
  4. For Charred Tomatoes: grill tomatoes over direct heat for about 5 minutes until charred and soft.
  5. To serve, spread yoghurt on a plate. Remove grilled tomatoes from vine and combine with mint and basil in a bowl. Add two-thirds of dressing and mix gently.
  6. Top yoghurt with tomato mixture and pour remaining dressing on top. Add another drizzle of oil, a scattering of pomegranate seeds, and some more salt, if you like.
Nutrition Info
301 Calories, 7 g Protein, 9 mg Cholesterol, 32 g Carbohydrates, 20 g Total sugars (8 g Added sugars), 5 g Fiber, 18 g Total fat (4 g sat), 351 mg Sodium, [nut:4] Vitamin C, [nut:3] Vitamin K, [nut:2] Vitamin B6, Vitamin E, [nut:1] Vitamin A, Vitamin B1 (thiamine), Vitamin B3 (niacin), Calcium, Folate, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium