Description
Cheesy Baked Stuffed Tomatoes are the perfect blend of juicy tomato, savory garlic-herb stuffing, and melty golden cheese. Ideal as a comforting vegetarian main or a hearty side, this oven-baked dish is simple, flavorful, and guaranteed to impress with every bite.
Ingredients
4 medium to large tomatoes
1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/3 cup grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 cup breadcrumbs (preferably panko)
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons chopped fresh herbs (parsley, basil, or thyme)
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
1. Slice off the tops of the tomatoes and scoop out the pulp and seeds carefully. Lightly salt the inside and set them upside down on a paper towel to drain.
2. In a bowl, mix breadcrumbs, garlic, herbs, half the mozzarella, and half the Parmesan. Drizzle in olive oil and stir to combine.
3. Pat the tomatoes dry and stuff each one with the breadcrumb-cheese mixture. Top with remaining mozzarella and Parmesan.
4. Place tomatoes in a greased baking dish and bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20–25 minutes, or until the tops are golden and bubbly.
5. Let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with extra herbs and a drizzle of olive oil before serving.
Notes
To prevent soggy tomatoes, don’t skip the step of salting and draining them upside down.
For a crispy top, use panko breadcrumbs and broil for the last 2 minutes.
Want extra protein? Mix in chopped cooked bacon, ground beef, or lentils.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Dish or Side
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed tomato
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 20mg