Savory Baked Tomatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Savory Baked Tomatoes! Perfectly ripe tomatoes are halved and lightly hollowed to create a vibrant vessel for a mouthwatering stuffing of fresh basil, garlic, Parmesan cheese, and golden breadcrumbs. Drizzled with olive oil and baked to perfection, these tomatoes boast a crisp, golden topping and juicy interior filled with herbaceous flavor. A drizzle of balsamic glaze adds a gourmet touch, making them ideal for weeknight dinners or elegant gatherings. Quick to prepare and ready in just 30 minutes, these baked tomatoes are a versatile and healthy crowd-pleaser that pairs wonderfully with grilled meats, pasta, or a crisp salad.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated
- 0.5 cup bread crumbs
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).
Wash the tomatoes and slice them in half horizontally.
Scoop out a small amount of the seed pulp using a spoon to create a shallow cavity.
Brush the cut surfaces and cavities of the tomatoes with olive oil.
Chop the fresh basil leave finely and mix with minced garlic, grated Parmesan, bread crumbs, sea salt, and black pepper in a bowl.
Fill each tomato cavity with the breadcrumb mixture, pressing lightly to pack it in.
Place the stuffed tomato halves on a baking tray, cut side up.
Drizzle a little more olive oil on top of the tomatoes to help the tops crisp up.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the tomatoes are heated through.
Remove from oven and allow to cool slightly before serving.
If desired, drizzle with balsamic glaze before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
829 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.5 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 2292 mg | 100% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 84.4 g | 31% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.7 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 30.2 g | 60% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 640 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1907 mg | 41% | |
*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.
