Great Great Aunt Jessie's 1940's Tomato Surprise Salad
Transport your taste buds back to the 1940s with Great Great Aunt Jessie’s Tomato Surprise Salad, a vintage recipe that’s as charming as it is delicious. This retro classic features large, juicy tomatoes hollowed out and filled with a delightful blend of cream cheese, mayonnaise, and fresh herbs like parsley and green onion. A hint of lemon juice adds a zesty kick, while finely diced celery lends a satisfying crunch. Served atop a bed of crisp shredded lettuce, this elegant, no-cook side dish is perfect for warm-weather gatherings or nostalgic dinners. With its refreshing flavors and timeless presentation, this stuffed tomato salad is sure to impress. Try it today for a taste of culinary history!
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Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 6 ounces cream cheese
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped parsley
- 1 stalk finely diced celery
- 2 tablespoons finely chopped green onion
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 0.5 teaspoon sugar
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 cups shredded lettuce
Directions
Step 1
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel.
Step 2
Slice off the top of each tomato (about 1/2 inch) and set the tops aside. Use a spoon to carefully scoop out the insides, being careful not to puncture the walls of the tomato. Discard or save the pulp for another use.
Step 3
Sprinkle a tiny pinch of salt inside each hollowed-out tomato and place them upside down on a plate lined with paper towels to drain while preparing the filling.
Step 4
In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.
Step 5
Add the chopped parsley, diced celery, chopped green onion, lemon juice, sugar, salt, and black pepper to the cream cheese mixture. Stir to combine well.
Step 6
Use a small spoon to carefully fill each tomato with the cream cheese mixture, packing it gently but not overstuffing.
Step 7
To serve, create a bed of shredded lettuce on a serving platter or individual plates. Place the stuffed tomatoes upright on the lettuce.
Step 8
Optionally, place the reserved tomato tops back on each tomato for decoration or leave them off for presentation.
Step 9
Serve immediately, or refrigerate for up to 2 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1113.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 992.8 |
| Total Fat 82.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 36.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.5g | |
| Cholesterol 201.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1307.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 52.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 12.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 29.8g | |
| Protein 19.8g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 367.3mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2446.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories