Spinach & Herb Stuffed Tomatoes
These Spinach and Herb Stuffed Tomatoes were absolutely delicious! They make a great side dish or even a starter. A wonderful idea for summer eating and a great way to use up extra tomatoes from the garden!
Servings: 6 stuffed tomatoes
Calories: 175kcal
Ingredients
- 6 Tomatoes
- 1 bag spinach roughly chopped
- 1 Cup bread crumbs
- 1/2 Cup parmesan cheese
- 1/2 onion finely diced
- 2 Spring onions finely chopped
- Small bunch fresh chopped basil
- 2 Garlic cloves crushed
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 Teaspoon oregano
- 1/2 Teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 Teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease with olive oil a deep sided baking dish.
- Cut the tomatoes into half and scoop out the centers. Place all the tomatoes in the baking dish and set aside.
- In a large skillet set over medium heat, add the olive oil and garlic. Stir for a minute and add the onions. Cook the onions until soft, about 5 minutes. Add the spring onions and cook for a further minute or so. Add the spinach and sautee until wilted, just about a minute. Add the bread crumbs, parmesan cheese, oregano, salt, pepper and fresh basil. Stir well and leave on the heat for about a minute.
- Evenly spoon the mixture into all the tomatoes. Bake for about 25 minutes or until the tomatoes are soft. Remove from oven.
- Can be topped with extra parmesan and basil before serving.
*A note on times provided: appliances vary, any prep and/or cook times provided are estimates only.
Nutrition Facts
Spinach & Herb Stuffed Tomatoes
Amount Per Serving (1 Stuffed Tomato)
Calories 175
Calories from Fat 72
% Daily Value*
Fat 8g12%
Saturated Fat 2g13%
Cholesterol 6mg2%
Sodium 467mg20%
Potassium 359mg10%
Carbohydrates 20g7%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 5g6%
Protein 7g14%
Vitamin A 1130IU23%
Vitamin C 19mg23%
Calcium 156mg16%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.