Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe ๐
Overview:
Indulge in the delightful flavors of our Stuffed Tomatoes recipe, a perfect blend of fresh ingredients and savory spices. This dish, brought to you by lovewithrecipes.com, is ideal for lunch or as a satisfying snack. With its combination of rice, fruits, and vegetables, it’s both nutritious and delicious. Plus, it’s quick and easy to make, taking just 35 minutes from start to finish.
Recipe Information:
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Servings: 5
- Rating: โญโญโญโญ (2 reviews)
- Calories per serving: 115.5
- Nutritional Content per serving:
- Fat: 4.7g
- Saturated Fat: 2.2g
- Cholesterol: 9.9mg
- Sodium: 273.7mg
- Carbohydrates: 14.2g
- Fiber: 2.6g
- Sugar: 3.5g
- Protein: 5.8g
Ingredients:
- 5 tomatoes
- 1/2 cup fresh spinach
- 1 garlic clove
- 2 tablespoons pine nuts
- 1/4 cup basil
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1/3 cup parmesan cheese
- 2/3 cup cooked rice
- 2 tablespoons butter
Instructions:
| Step | Instruction |
|---|---|
| 1 | Cut a 1/2″ slice off the tops of the tomatoes. |
| 2 | Scoop out the insides of the tomatoes. |
| 3 | Lightly sprinkle the insides with salt and invert them to drain on a paper towel. |
| 4 | In a small frying pan over medium-low heat, toast the pine nuts until golden brown and fragrant. |
| 5 | In a blender or food processor, combine the fresh spinach, toasted pine nuts, garlic clove, basil, salt, and pepper. Process until coarsely chopped. |
| 6 | Stir the spinach and nut mixture into the cooked rice. |
| 7 | Mix in the parmesan cheese. |
| 8 | Spoon the rice mixture into the hollowed-out tomatoes and place them in a shallow casserole dish. |
| 9 | Preheat the oven to 250ยฐF (120ยฐC) and bake the stuffed tomatoes for 15-20 minutes, or until they are just tender but not too soft. |
Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the stuffed tomatoes hot from the oven for a comforting and satisfying meal.
- Pair with a fresh green salad or crusty bread for a complete lunch or light dinner.
- Garnish with additional grated parmesan cheese and freshly chopped basil for an extra burst of flavor.
Recipe Notes:
- Ensure to choose firm, ripe tomatoes for the best results.
- You can customize the filling by adding other vegetables or herbs of your choice.
- Leftover stuffed tomatoes can be refrigerated and reheated for a quick and tasty meal the next day.
Dietary Information:
- Dietary Tags: Low Protein, Low Cholesterol
- Allergen Information: Contains nuts and dairy (pine nuts, parmesan cheese, butter)
- Dietary Considerations: Suitable for vegetarian diets.
Enjoy the burst of flavors and textures in every bite of these delightful stuffed tomatoes! Don’t forget to share your feedback and experience with us. Happy cooking! ๐ฝ๏ธ๐ฉโ๐ณ๐จโ๐ณ
