I do not particularly like raw tomatoes. Cooked tomatoes are a different story. These little skewers are so delicious on the grill. They make a great light side dish for grilled steak or chicken.
Grilled Cherry Tomato Skewers
40 cherry tomatoes
32 large fresh basil leaves
3 tablespoons olive oil
Kosher salt and pepper, to taste
Soak 8 skewers in water for about 15 minutes. You can also use metal skewers.
Pre-heat grill to medium-high.
Thread 5 tomatoes onto each skewer placing a basil leaf folding in half between each tomato. Brush generously with olive oil.
Oil grill grate. Place the skewers directly over the flame turning once until light grill marks appear, about 30 seconds per side. Move skewers to cooler part of the grill, away from direct flame, cover and cook until tomatoes are hot but the skin hasn't blistered, about 1 to 2 minutes. Transfer to a platter and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Footnote - This also makes a great grilled tomato salad. After the tomatoes are cooked, remove from skewers and place in a medium bowl. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Add chopped fresh mozzarella and toss.
