Tomatoes Stuffed with Pasta Salad

Transform your summer meals with these vibrant and refreshing Tomatoes Stuffed with Pasta Salad—a perfect fusion of crisp, juicy tomatoes and a creamy, tangy pasta salad bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. This recipe combines al dente mini pasta shells with crunchy diced cucumber, bell peppers, red onion, and a zesty dressing made from mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, and Dijon mustard. Crumbled feta cheese and fresh parsley elevate the dish with bold, savory notes. These hollowed-out tomatoes make for a stunning presentation, offering a fun twist on classic pasta salad. Ideal for picnics, potlucks, or light lunches, this dish is as satisfying as it is simple to prepare in under 30 minutes. Serve chilled for the ultimate refreshing bite! Keywords: stuffed tomatoes, pasta salad, Mediterranean flavors, easy summer recipe, picnic food.

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large tomatoes
• 1 cup small pasta (such as elbow pasta or mini shells)
• 0.25 cup mayonnaise
• 0.25 cup Greek yogurt
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup cucumber (diced)
• 0.5 cup bell pepper (diced, any color)
• 0.25 cup red onion (finely chopped)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (chopped)
• 0.25 cup feta cheese (crumbled)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a medium-sized pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and rinse under cold water to cool. Set aside.

Step 2

While the pasta cooks, prepare the tomatoes. Slice off the top of each tomato (about 1/4 inch from the top) and scoop out the inner pulp and seeds using a spoon. Be careful not to puncture the tomato walls. Set the hollowed-out tomatoes aside and discard the pulp or save for another use (such as a sauce).

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, Greek yogurt, lemon juice, olive oil, dijon mustard, salt, and black pepper to create the dressing.

Step 4

Add the cooked pasta, diced cucumber, diced bell pepper, chopped red onion, chopped parsley, and crumbled feta cheese to the bowl with the dressing. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Taste the pasta salad and adjust the seasoning with more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 6

Carefully spoon the pasta salad into each hollowed-out tomato, slightly mounding it on top.

Step 7

Serve immediately, or chill the stuffed tomatoes in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before serving for a colder, more refreshing dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1408.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1325.6

Total Fat 76.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 16.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 114.2mg	0%
Sodium 2176.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 128.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 16.1g	0%
Total Sugars 31.2g
Protein 34.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 484.8mg	0%
Iron 5.5mg	0%
Potassium 2402.3mg	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: 51.4%

Protein: 10.4%

Carbs: 38.3%