Fresh Tomato Bake
Bursting with vibrant Mediterranean flavors, this Fresh Tomato Bake is the ultimate celebration of summer’s bounty. Juicy, ripe tomatoes are layered with aromatic garlic, fragrant fresh basil, and a crunchy Parmesan breadcrumb topping, then crowned with gooey, golden mozzarella cheese. This easy-to-make dish combines effortless preparation with wholesome ingredients, making it perfect for weeknight dinners or as a standout vegetarian side dish. With just 15 minutes of prep and 30 minutes of baking, this irresistible tomato casserole will fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma and delight your taste buds with every cheesy, herb-infused bite. Serve it warm alongside crusty bread or a fresh green salad for a comforting, crowd-pleasing meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 medium ripe tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 10 large fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup mozzarella cheese
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and slice the tomatoes into 1/4-inch thick rounds. Discard the ends.
Lightly grease a baking dish with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
Layer the tomato slices in the baking dish, slightly overlapping each slice.
Sprinkle the minced garlic evenly over the tomato layers.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and distribute them over the tomatoes.
In a small bowl, mix the breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper together.
Spread the breadcrumb mixture evenly over the top of the tomatoes.
Drizzle the remaining 2 tablespoons of olive oil over the breadcrumb topping.
Scatter the shredded mozzarella cheese evenly over the top.
Bake the dish in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes, or until the cheese is melted and bubbly and the top is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the dish cool for 5 minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1491 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 86.8 g | 111% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.8 g | 149% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% | |
| Sodium | 4023 mg | 175% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 124.3 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.8 g | 53% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.8 g | ||
| Protein | 67.0 g | 134% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 1443 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 9.5 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2096 mg | 45% | |
*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.
