Goat Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes
Elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Goat Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes! Bursting with Mediterranean flavors, this easy yet elegant dish features juicy, hollowed-out tomatoes filled with a creamy blend of tangy goat cheese, fresh basil, and garlic. A golden breadcrumb and parmesan topping adds the perfect crunch, while a drizzle of olive oil enhances the flavors as they bake to perfection in just 15 minutes. Perfect as a starter or a side dish, these stuffed tomatoes are a delightful combination of freshness and indulgence. Serve them warm and watch them disappear at your next dinner party or family gathering!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 8 piece medium-sized tomatoes
- 150 grams goat cheese
- 10 piece fresh basil leaves
- 2 clove garlic, minced
- 3 tablespoons breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons parmesan cheese, grated (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Slice the tops off the tomatoes and set them aside. Carefully scoop out the pulp and seeds from the inside using a spoon, creating a hollow cavity. Be careful not to puncture the sides.
Lightly sprinkle the inside of each tomato with a pinch of salt. Arrange them upside down on a paper towel-lined tray to drain excess liquid while prepping the filling.
In a mixing bowl, combine the goat cheese, minced garlic, chopped fresh basil, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly until smooth and creamy.
Fill each hollowed tomato with the goat cheese mixture, packing it slightly to ensure it’s evenly distributed.
Combine the breadcrumbs and 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a small bowl. If desired, add grated parmesan cheese to the mixture for extra flavor. Sprinkle the breadcrumb topping over the stuffed tomatoes.
Lightly grease a baking dish with the remaining tablespoon of olive oil and arrange the stuffed tomatoes upright in the dish.
Cover the baking dish loosely with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Transfer the stuffed tomatoes to a serving plate and garnish with a few fresh basil leaves. Serve warm and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1181 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 80.8 g | 104% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.2 g | 191% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 2681 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.4 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.8 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 50.8 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 460 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 8.5 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 2467 mg | 52% | |
*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.
