Grilled Blue Cheese Crusted Tomatoes
Indulge in the irresistible combination of smoky, savory, and creamy flavors with these Grilled Blue Cheese Crusted Tomatoes. Perfectly ripe tomatoes are halved, lightly scooped, and topped with a divine blend of tangy blue cheese, crisp panko breadcrumbs, minced garlic, and fresh parsley for an herby kick. This easy-to-make recipe takes just 20 minutes from start to finish, making it an elegant yet simple appetizer or side dish that pairs beautifully with grilled meats or a leafy green salad. Finished on the grill or under the broiler, these golden-topped tomatoes deliver a delightful contrast between caramelized crunch and juicy, melt-in-your-mouth tomato goodness. Whether you're entertaining guests or whipping up a quick snack, this dish is sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces large tomatoes
- 100 grams blue cheese
- 50 grams panko breadcrumbs
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat or set your oven to broil mode.
Wash and dry the tomatoes. Slice each tomato in half horizontally and scoop out a small portion of the pulp to create a shallow cavity.
Finely chop the garlic and parsley. In a small bowl, combine the blue cheese, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Mix until a crumbly paste forms.
Place the tomato halves on a baking tray or grill-safe sheet, cut side up.
Spoon the blue cheese mixture evenly over the cut sides of the tomatoes, pressing gently to adhere.
Grill the tomatoes over medium heat for 8-10 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the tomatoes are slightly softened. If using a broiler, position the rack about 6 inches below the heat source and broil for the same time.
Carefully remove the tomatoes from the grill or oven. Let them cool slightly before serving.
Serve warm as an appetizer or alongside a fresh salad for a light meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
942 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 60.2 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 23.5 g | 118% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 75 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 2711 mg | 118% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.3 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.0 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.0 g | ||
| Protein | 35.4 g | 71% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.5 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 637 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 5.2 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 2063 mg | 44% | |
*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.
