Broiled Tomatoes with Goat Cheese
Elevate your next meal with these Broiled Tomatoes with Goat Cheese—an irresistible combination of creamy, tangy goat cheese and juicy, oven-roasted tomatoes that are bursting with flavor. This quick and easy recipe highlights Mediterranean-inspired ingredients, including fragrant garlic, fresh basil leaves, and a sprinkle of Parmesan for a deliciously golden finish. With a preparation time of just 10 minutes and a 5-minute broil, these stuffed tomatoes are perfect as an elegant appetizer, a vibrant side dish, or even a light vegetarian entrée. Drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and seasoned with oregano, salt, and pepper, each bite is a harmonious blend of rich, savory, and aromatic goodness. Simple, wholesome, and beautifully versatile, these broiled tomatoes are sure to impress at any meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe medium-sized tomatoes
- 120 grams goat cheese
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 6 pieces fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Preheat your oven’s broiler to high and position the oven rack about 15 cm (6 inches) below the heating element.
Wash the tomatoes and slice each one in half horizontally. Use a teaspoon to gently scoop out the seeds and pulp to create a cavity in each half. Place the hollowed tomato halves cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, combine the goat cheese, minced garlic, and dried oregano. Mix thoroughly to create a creamy mixture.
Spoon about 1 tablespoon of the goat cheese mixture into the cavity of each tomato half, spreading it evenly.
Drizzle the olive oil over the stuffed tomatoes, and sprinkle them with salt and black pepper.
Scatter the grated Parmesan cheese evenly over the tops of the tomatoes for added flavor and crispiness.
Place the baking sheet under the broiler and broil for 4-5 minutes, or until the goat cheese is bubbly and lightly golden on top.
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the tomatoes cool for 2 minutes. Garnish each tomato half with a fresh basil leaf before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish, appetizer, or as part of a larger meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
823 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 68.8 g | 88% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.4 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 104 mg | 35% | |
| Sodium | 1933 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.3 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.7 g | 24% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.3 g | ||
| Protein | 34.8 g | 70% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 359 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 1276 mg | 27% | |
*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.
