Spirit's Spinach Stuffed Tomatoes

Elevate your appetizer or side dish game with Spirit's Spinach Stuffed Tomatoes, a delicious blend of wholesome ingredients and vibrant flavors. These tender, oven-baked tomatoes are hollowed out and filled with a rich, creamy mixture of sautéed spinach, garlic, softened cream cheese, and Parmesan, then topped with golden-crisp breadcrumbs for the perfect bite. With just 20 minutes of prep time, this easy-to-make dish is ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests. Fresh parsley adds a pop of color and brightness, while the savory filling melts beautifully into the juicy tomato base. Serve these spinach-stuffed tomatoes warm as an elegant starter or a flavorful vegetarian main course that’s as healthy as it is satisfying. Perfectly balanced and endlessly customizable, this recipe is bound to become a household favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces large ripe tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 0.333 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.25 cup breadcrumbs
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Cut the tops off the tomatoes and gently scoop out their insides, being careful not to puncture the outer shell. Reserve the scooped-out pulp for another use or discard.

Step 3

Lightly drizzle the hollowed tomatoes with 1 tablespoon of olive oil and place them upside down on a paper towel to drain while preparing the filling.

Step 4

Heat the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the fresh spinach to the skillet and cook, stirring occasionally, until wilted, about 3-4 minutes. Remove from heat and allow to cool slightly before chopping the spinach finely.

Step 6

In a mixing bowl, combine the chopped spinach, cream cheese, grated Parmesan cheese, breadcrumbs, salt, black pepper, and chopped parsley. Mix well until thoroughly combined.

Step 7

Place the hollowed tomatoes upright in a baking dish. Spoon the spinach mixture into each tomato, packing gently and mounding slightly on top.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the filling is golden on top.

Step 9

Remove from oven and let the stuffed tomatoes cool for 5 minutes before serving. Garnish with additional parsley if desired.

Step 10

Serve warm and enjoy your Spirit’s Spinach Stuffed Tomatoes!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1059.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1036.9

Total Fat 78.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 152.2mg	0%
Sodium 2557.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.2g	0%
Total Sugars 24.8g
Protein 31.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 634.7mg	0%
Iron 8.3mg	0%
Potassium 1939.1mg	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: 65.4%

Protein: 11.7%

Carbs: 22.9%