Broiled Tomatoes Italian Style
Elevate your appetizer game with this irresistible recipe for *Broiled Tomatoes Italian Style*! These juicy, ripe tomatoes are transformed into a savory masterpiece with a quick broil, bringing out their natural sweetness. Stuffed with a flavorful blend of Parmesan, Italian-style breadcrumbs, fresh basil, and garlic, and finished with a bubbling layer of melted mozzarella, each bite delivers a satisfying crunch and cheesy goodness. Ready in just 16 minutes, this easy-to-make dish is perfect as a warm appetizer, a side to your favorite pasta, or even a light vegetarian entrée. Serve these golden-brown beauties straight from the oven, garnished with extra fresh basil for a touch of elegance. Quick, cheesy, and delightfully Italian, these broiled tomatoes are sure to be a crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup Italian-style breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves minced garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
Instructions
Preheat the broiler on high and position the oven rack about 6 inches below the heat source.
Wash the tomatoes and cut them in half horizontally. Scoop out the seeds gently with a spoon, creating a hollow space inside each half. Pat the tomatoes dry with a paper towel.
Drizzle the cut side of each tomato half with olive oil and season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Place the tomatoes on a baking sheet, cut-side up.
In a mixing bowl, combine the grated Parmesan cheese, Italian-style breadcrumbs, chopped fresh basil, minced garlic, and the remaining olive oil. Mix well until the ingredients are evenly combined and crumbly.
Spoon the breadcrumb mixture evenly onto the cut side of each tomato half, pressing gently to adhere.
Top each tomato half with a sprinkle of shredded mozzarella cheese for an extra cheesy topping.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook for 5-6 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the cheese is bubbling.
Remove from the oven and let the tomatoes cool slightly for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Garnish with additional fresh basil if desired and serve warm as an appetizer or side dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
359 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 19.0 g | 24% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.6 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 772 mg | 34% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 30.9 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.6 g | 9% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.4 g | ||
| Protein | 15.8 g | 32% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 335 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 314 mg | 7% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
