Broiled Tomatoes with Cheese
Elevate your mealtime with these irresistible Broiled Tomatoes with Cheese, a quick and easy recipe bursting with flavor and sophistication. Juicy, ripe tomatoes are halved and topped with a drizzle of olive oil, a sprinkle of Italian seasoning, and a generous blend of Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses. Broiled to melty, golden perfection, these cheesy tomatoes are finished with a touch of fresh basil for a pop of herbaceous freshness. Ready in under 20 minutes, this dish works beautifully as a savory side, a shareable appetizer, or a light snack. Perfect for weeknight dining or impressing guests, this simple yet elegant recipe is a celebration of fresh ingredients and bold flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
- 1 cups mozzarella cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil
Instructions
Preheat your oven's broiler setting to high and position the oven rack about 6 inches from the broiler heat source.
Wash the tomatoes and pat them dry. Slice each tomato in half horizontally and place them cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with foil or parchment paper.
Drizzle olive oil over each tomato half, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Sprinkle the tops of the tomatoes with salt, black pepper, and Italian seasoning to taste.
In a small bowl, mix together the Parmesan and mozzarella cheeses.
Evenly distribute the cheese mixture on top of each tomato half, pressing it down gently to help it stick.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and cook for 5–8 minutes, or until the cheese is melted, bubbly, and lightly golden brown.
Remove the tomatoes from the oven and let them cool for 2–3 minutes.
Garnish with freshly chopped basil before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish, appetizer, or light snack.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
331 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.4 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.5 g | 57% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 61 mg | 20% | |
| Sodium | 723 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 8.9 g | 3% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.9 g | 7% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 18.8 g | 38% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.3 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 456 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 418 mg | 9% | |
*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.
