Cheddar Stuffed Tomatoes

Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Cheddar Stuffed Tomatoes—juicy, oven-baked tomatoes brimming with a savory filling of sharp cheddar cheese, crispy panko breadcrumbs, and aromatic herbs like fresh parsley and basil. With a hint of garlic and a drizzle of olive oil, this easy-to-make recipe achieves the perfect balance of creamy, cheesy goodness and satisfying crunch. Each tomato is then optionally topped with Parmesan for a golden crust that takes it over the top. Ready in just 35 minutes, these stuffed tomatoes are the perfect appetizer, side dish, or light vegetarian entrée that will impress at any meal. Explore this flavorful recipe for an elegant twist on simple ingredients!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces Large tomatoes
• 1 cup Sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup Panko breadcrumbs
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons Fresh basil
• 2 cloves Garlic
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Parmesan cheese (optional for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Wash and dry the tomatoes. Cut off the tops and use a small spoon to hollow out the seeds and pulp, being careful not to puncture the sides or bottoms. Set the hollowed-out tomatoes aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the fresh parsley and basil. Mince the garlic.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the cheddar cheese, panko breadcrumbs, parsley, basil, minced garlic, olive oil, salt, and black pepper. Stir until the mixture is evenly combined.

Step 5

Spoon the cheddar mixture into the hollowed-out tomatoes, packing it lightly but not overstuffing.

Step 6

Optional: Sprinkle a little grated Parmesan cheese on top of the fillings for an extra golden-brown crust.

Step 7

Place the filled tomatoes into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow to cool for 5 minutes before serving. Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(976.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1191.4

Total Fat 83.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 39.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 168.7mg	0%
Sodium 3023.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 56.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.7g
Protein 61.7g	0%

Vitamin D 23.8IU	0%
Calcium 1576.1mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1876.8mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.4%

Protein: 20.1%

Carbs: 18.5%