Easiest Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Appetizer
Brighten up your next gathering with these *Easiest Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes Appetizer*—a bite-sized delight bursting with creamy, herby flavors! These juicy cherry tomatoes are hollowed out and filled with a luscious mixture of cream cheese, fresh basil, Parmesan, and garlic, perfectly seasoned with a hint of salt and pepper. Ready in just 20 minutes with no cooking required, this effortless appetizer is perfect for any occasion, from casual picnics to elegant dinner parties. Garnish with a drizzle of olive oil for extra shine and flavor, and watch as these irresistible, crowd-pleasing bites disappear from the plate in no time. Perfect for entertaining, low-carb diets, or anyone seeking a simple yet sophisticated snack idea!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 20 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 4 ounces Cream cheese
- 5 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Garlic, minced
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the cherry tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Using a sharp knife, carefully slice off the top of each cherry tomato (just enough to create an opening).
With a small spoon or the tip of a knife, gently scoop out the seeds and pulp from the inside of each tomato, creating a hollow shell. Set aside the hollowed-out tomatoes on a plate.
In a small mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, finely chopped basil leaves, Parmesan cheese, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper. Mix until smooth and evenly blended.
Transfer the cream cheese mixture into a small piping bag (or use a resealable plastic bag with the tip cut off).
Pipe the mixture into each hollowed cherry tomato, filling it to the top.
Optional: Drizzle a tiny amount of olive oil over the filled tomatoes for added flavor and shine.
Arrange the stuffed cherry tomatoes on a serving platter and serve immediately. Keep refrigerated if preparing ahead, but allow them to come to room temperature before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
524 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 45.7 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 24.6 g | 123% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 119 mg | 40% | |
| Sodium | 999 mg | 43% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 20.9 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.3 g | 15% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.2 g | ||
| Protein | 11.9 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 206 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 980 mg | 21% | |
*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.
