Tomatoes Stuffed with Herbed Grains
Description:
Put these on your buffet table for a lovely splash of color. This dish boasts a delicious blend of flavors, making it a great option for vegetarians or anyone seeking a flavorful dish that’s sure to please.
Recipe Details:
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Servings: 4
- Yield: Not specified
Keywords:
Low Cholesterol, Healthy, Brunch, < 60 Mins, Oven
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 222.1
- Fat Content: 13.3g
- Saturated Fat Content: 1.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 4.4mg
- Sodium Content: 84.9mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 21.4g
- Fiber Content: 2.4g
- Sugar Content: 3.9g
- Protein Content: 6.7g
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 4 | Tomatoes |
| 1 | Tomato (for pulp) |
| 1/2 | Cup Couscous |
| 3 | Cups Quinoa |
| 3 | Cloves Garlic |
| 4 | Sprigs Parsley |
| Dried Parsley (to taste) | |
| Parmesan Cheese (to taste) | |
| Olive Oil (for spraying) |
Instructions:
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Prepare Tomatoes:
- Cut the tops from the tomatoes, ensuring to save them for later use.
- Scoop out the inside of the tomatoes, leaving a solid shell. Chop the tomato pulp finely.
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Prepare Filling:
- In a bowl, mix the chopped tomato pulp with couscous, quinoa, pine nuts, minced garlic, chopped parsley, dried parsley (to taste), grated Parmesan cheese (to taste), and season with salt and pepper.
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Stuff Tomatoes:
- Fill the hollowed tomatoes with the prepared mixture, ensuring to pack it tightly. Replace the saved tomato tops.
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Preheat Oven:
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Bake:
- Lightly spray the stuffed tomatoes with olive oil. Place them closely together in an oven-proof dish to prevent them from tipping over during baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are hot throughout and the filling is cooked.
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Serve:
- Carefully remove the dish from the oven. Serve the stuffed tomatoes hot as a delightful appetizer or side dish.
These tomatoes stuffed with herbed grains are not only visually appealing but also pack a punch of flavor that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Whether you’re hosting a brunch or looking for a quick and healthy meal option, this recipe is sure to impress! Enjoy the burst of freshness and wholesome goodness in every bite! 🍅🌿
