Recipe: Stuffed Tomatoes π
Description: Dive into the delightful world of Stuffed Tomatoes, a savory concoction brimming with vibrant flavors and wholesome ingredients. These succulent tomatoes, generously stuffed with a medley of spinach, nuts, and spices, are sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. Whether you’re looking for a nutritious appetizer, a side dish bursting with flavor, or a light meal option, these stuffed tomatoes are a perfect choice!
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Prep Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 4 firm ripe tomatoes
- 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 cup finely chopped carrot
- 3/4 cup finely chopped onion
- 1 1/2 teaspoons curry powder
- 10 ounces fresh spinach
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 1/3 cup chopped walnuts
- 3/4 teaspoon salt
Nutrition Information (per serving):
- Calories: 176.7
- Fat: 8.8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 515.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 23.7g
- Fiber: 5.4g
- Sugar: 13.2g
- Protein: 5.5g
Instructions:
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Preheat Oven: Begin by preheating your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius). This ensures that your stuffed tomatoes bake evenly to perfection.
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Prepare Tomatoes: Carefully cut the tops off the tomatoes, ensuring to save the tops for later use. With a spoon, gently scoop out the pulp from each tomato and finely chop it. Set aside.
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SautΓ© Vegetables: In a large skillet, heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil over medium heat. Add the finely chopped carrots and onions, and sautΓ© until the onions turn soft and translucent.
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Add Flavors: Once the vegetables are tender, add the reserved tomato pulp and curry powder to the skillet. Stir continuously until the liquid from the tomatoes evaporates, and the mixture becomes fragrant with the spices.
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Incorporate Spinach: Gradually add the fresh spinach to the skillet, stirring gently until it wilts and combines well with the other ingredients. The vibrant green of the spinach adds both color and nutrition to the stuffing.
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Enhance with Goodness: Stir in the plump raisins, crunchy walnuts, and a pinch of salt to enhance the flavors of the stuffing. The combination of sweet raisins and nutty walnuts adds a delightful contrast of textures and tastes.
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Fill Tomatoes: Once the stuffing is well-combined and aromatic, remove the skillet from heat. Carefully spoon the filling into the hollowed-out tomato shells, ensuring they are generously filled.
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Bake: Arrange the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish, drizzle them with the remaining olive oil, and place the saved tomato tops back on each tomato. This step adds moisture and flavor to the dish. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 10 minutes or until the tomatoes are heated through and the flavors meld together beautifully.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the stuffed tomatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving. Garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and enjoy these delectable stuffed tomatoes as a flavorful appetizer, side dish, or light meal option.
Enjoy your Stuffed Tomatoes! π
