Heart-Healthy Herb and Cheese Baked Tomatoes
Elevate your next meal with these Heart-Healthy Herb and Cheese Baked Tomatoes, a flavorful dish bursting with Mediterranean charm and packed with nutritious ingredients. Fresh, ripe tomatoes serve as the perfect base for a vibrant topping of freshly chopped basil, parsley, garlic, and tangy lemon zest, combined with low-fat mozzarella, whole wheat bread crumbs, and a hint of oregano for a savory crunch. Drizzled with heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil and baked to perfection, this recipe offers a guilt-free indulgence that’s ideal for busy weeknights or elegant gatherings. Ready in just 40 minutes, these roasted tomatoes strike the perfect balance between wholesome and gourmet, making them a crowd-pleasing side dish or light vegetarian entrée you’ll return to again and again!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 units large ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cup fresh parsley leaves
- 2 units garlic cloves
- 0.5 cup low-fat mozzarella cheese
- 0.25 cup whole wheat bread crumbs
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Wash and core the tomatoes, then cut them in half horizontally. If necessary, trim a small slice from the bottom of each half to create a stable base.
Arrange the tomato halves in a baking dish, cut side up. Drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
In a small bowl, finely chop the basil and parsley. Mince the garlic cloves. Combine the herbs and garlic with the bread crumbs, mozzarella cheese, black pepper, sea salt, lemon zest, and dried oregano.
Evenly distribute the herb and cheese mixture over each tomato half, pressing down lightly to adhere.
Drizzle the remaining tablespoon of olive oil over the top of the tomatoes.
Bake in the preheated oven for about 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and slightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with additional fresh herbs if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
756 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 41.8 g | 54% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.6 g | 53% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 33 mg | 11% | |
| Sodium | 2039 mg | 89% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 74.0 g | 27% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.2 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.4 g | ||
| Protein | 34.1 g | 68% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 564 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2244 mg | 48% | |
*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.
