Seasons/Availability
Cherry tomatoes on the vine are available year-round.
Current Facts
On The Vine Cherry tomatoes, botanically classified as Lycopersicon esculentum, are a hybrid variety that is part of the Solanaceae or nightshade family. There are hundreds of varieties of On The Vine Cherry tomatoes that range in size, shape, and flavor. Tomatoes are the most widely grown fruit crop in the world and account for one-third of all fresh market vegetables produced annually. Treated as both a vegetable and fruit, they are consumed daily throughout many global cultures in salads, sauces, salsas, sandwiches, soups, and side dishes.
Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C and A and contain high levels of potassium. In addition to being an important part of the human diet, they have also been used medicinally for centuries to help relieve gout pain and joint inflammation.
On The Vine Cherry tomatoes are best suited for both raw and cooked applications such as roasting, sautéing, grilling, or adding into salads. When ripe, they can be consumed fresh off the vine and their flavor is enhanced when paired with other ingredients such as herbs, cheeses, nuts, olives, spices, fruits and meats. In addition to being enjoyed on their own as a snack or side dish they are commonly utilized in soups and sauces due to their concentrated flavor profile. On The Vine Cherry tomatoes will keep 1-2 weeks when stored at room temperature out of direct sunlight. Within one harvest, the tomatoes will ripen in stages and can be picked as they are ready for use.
Nutritional Value
On The Vine Cherry tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamins A and C, as well as antioxidants. They also contain a good amount of dietary fiber, folate, potassium and manganese. Additionally they are a good source of lycopene, which is known for its health benefits such as reducing the risk of cancer, heart disease and stroke.
Health Benefits
The combination of antioxidants found in On The Vine Cherry tomatoes are thought to help protect against oxidative stress caused by free radicals in the body. These tomatoes have also been linked to reducing inflammation due to their high concentrations of vitamin C, which is known to be beneficial for joint pain relief. Furthermore, the lycopene content of these tomatoes has been linked to reducing the risk of certain types of cancers, including prostate, colorectal and gastric cancer.
Culinary Uses
On The Vine Cherry tomatoes are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of dishes. They are best when consumed raw and can be enjoyed as part of a salad or as a snack on their own. They can also be cooked for added flavor and texture; they are often roasted, grilled, sautéed or added into soups and sauces. Additionally they make great additions to pizzas, pastas and casseroles. When cooking with On The Vine Cherry tomatoes it is best to use them quickly after harvesting for optimal flavor.
