Herbed Tomatoes Provencale
Bring the rustic elegance of southern France to your table with this Herbed Tomatoes Provençale recipe. Bursting with Mediterranean flavor, this dish features ripe, juicy tomatoes filled with a delectable mixture of fresh parsley, basil, thyme, and garlic, all blended with golden breadcrumbs for a perfect crispy topping. Drizzled with rich olive oil and baked to tender perfection, these stuffed tomatoes are a vibrant side dish or appetizer that showcases simple, wholesome ingredients. Not only is this recipe quick and easy with just 15 minutes of prep time, but it’s also versatile—serve it warm or at room temperature for a delightful addition to any meal. Perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners, these Provençal-style herbed tomatoes are a celebration of fresh herbs and classic French flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon fresh basil
- 1 teaspoon fresh thyme
- 2 large garlic cloves
- 1 cup breadcrumbs
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise and use a spoon to carefully scoop out the seeds and pulp. Lightly sprinkle the hollowed-out tomatoes with a pinch of salt, then turn them upside down on a plate to drain while you prepare the filling.
Finely chop the parsley, basil, and thyme. Mince the garlic cloves.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the breadcrumbs, parsley, basil, thyme, and garlic. Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, salt, and black pepper, then mix well until the breadcrumbs are lightly moistened.
Place the tomato halves upright in a baking dish, cut side up. Fill each tomato half generously with the herbed breadcrumb mixture, pressing it gently to form a mound on top of each tomato.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the tops of the stuffed tomatoes.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the breadcrumb topping is golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving. These can be served warm or at room temperature as a side dish or appetizer.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.2 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.7 g | 38% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2916 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 116.5 g | 42% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.5 g | ||
| Protein | 22.9 g | 46% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 8.4 mg | 47% | |
| Potassium | 1864 mg | 40% | |
*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.
