Recipes Recipe: Garlic Grilled Tomatoes 6/6/2013 | By Seniors Guide Staff Garlic Grilled Tomatoes Recipe Garlic grilled tomatoes are the perfect healthy side dish for any summertime cookout. They’re the healthy alternative to the usual cookout sides such as fries, beans, rice, or potato salad. This simple recipe comes together quickly, and would make a great side for any meal! These garlic grilled tomatoes are the perfect side for diabetics. They are a low carb, low sugar side dish that is full of flavor. It gives diabetics the ability to eat great tasting food without worrying about breaking their strict diets. Garlic Grilled Tomatoes Recipe Serves 4 4 ripe red tomatoesHouse seasoning, recipe follows3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil5 cloves garlic, minced2 tablespoons fresh thyme leaves1/4 cup parmigiano-reggiano House seasoning for garlic grilled tomatoes: 1 cup salt1/4 cup black pepper1/4 cup garlic powderMix ingredients together and store in an airtight container for up to 6 months. Directions:Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise, season with House Seasoning. Heat the oil in a small frying pan over medium heat. Add the garlic, and cook until just starting to turn golden brown, 1 to 2 minutes. Pour the garlic and oil into a heatproof bowl. Oil the grill and set for high heat. Place the tomatoes cut side down and grill for 3 to 5 minutes. Turn over, top with the garlic oil mixture and continue to cook for another 3 minutes. Remove from grill and top with thyme, house seasoning and parmigiano-reggiano. Serve garlic grilled tomatoes immediately. Find more Seniors Guide recipes here! Per Serving: Calories: 308; Total Fat: 12 grams; Saturated Fat: 2.5 grams; Protein: 3 grams; Total carbohydrates: 3 grams; Sugar: 1 gram; Fiber: 1 grams; Cholesterol: 1 milligrams; Sodium: 1,224 milligrams Thanks to the Food Network: https://www.foodnetwork.com/ Read More Seniors Guide Staff Seniors Guide has been addressing traditional topics and upcoming trends in the senior living industry since 1999. We strive to educate seniors and their loved ones in an approachable manner, and aim to provide them with the right information to make the best decisions possible.