Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna
Perfect for a light lunch, appetizer, or side dish, these **Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna** are a quick, refreshing recipe bursting with Mediterranean flavors. This no-cook dish features ripe, juicy tomatoes hollowed out and generously filled with a creamy tuna salad made with tangy capers, zesty lemon juice, and aromatic parsley. The finely chopped red onion adds a subtle crunch, complementing the smoothness of the tuna and mayonnaise mixture. Ready in just 20 minutes and naturally gluten-free, these stuffed tomatoes are an effortless yet elegant option for summer entertaining, meal prepping, or a healthy appetizer. Serve them chilled for an extra refreshment on warm days, and let their vibrant presentation elevate any dining spread!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 Large ripe tomatoes
- 200 grams Canned tuna (in water or olive oil, drained)
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons Red onion (finely chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Capers (drained and chopped)
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley (chopped)
- 1 teaspoon Lemon juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly under cold water and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
Cut off the tops of the tomatoes (around 1 cm below the stem) to create a lid and set the tops aside.
Using a small spoon, carefully scoop out the seeds and pulp from the tomatoes, leaving the walls intact to create a hollow shell. Reserve the tomato pulp if desired for another use, such as a sauce.
Sprinkle a small pinch of salt inside each hollowed-out tomato and place them upside down on a plate or paper towel to drain excess liquid while you prepare the filling.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, chopped red onion, chopped capers, and fresh parsley.
Add the lemon juice, followed by the salt and black pepper. Mix the filling thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
Taste the filling and adjust seasoning if needed.
Turn the hollowed-out tomatoes upright and fill each one generously with the tuna mixture using a spoon. Pack the filling in gently, but avoid overstuffing.
Place the tomato tops back on as lids for presentation or leave them off if preferred.
Serve immediately as is, or chill the stuffed tomatoes in the refrigerator for 15-20 minutes before serving for a refreshing option. Enjoy your Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
599 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 26.6 g | 34% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.1 g | 16% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 101 mg | 34% | |
| Sodium | 1505 mg | 65% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 37.2 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.7 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.8 g | ||
| Protein | 58.8 g | 118% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.0 mcg | 20% | |
| Calcium | 116 mg | 9% | |
| Iron | 4.4 mg | 24% | |
| Potassium | 2361 mg | 50% | |
*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.
