Cheesy Stuffed Tomatoes
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Tomatoes are known for having many health benefits. For one, they’re a key source of the antioxidant lycopene. Lycopene has linked with a reduced risk of heart disease and cancer. Tomatoes are also an excellent source of potassium, folate, and vitamins C and K. Another benefit from tomatoes is their anti-inflammatory properties.
Cheesy Baked Tomatoes
Yield:
4
Prep Time:
5 minutes
Cook Time:
20 minutes
Total Time:
25 minutes
This heart healthy dish will be a hit for your entire family. Serve it as a side or a main dish.
Ingredients
- 2 medium tomatoes, sliced in half horizontally
- 4 tbsp. grated, low-fat Romano cheese
- 2 tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
- 1-2 tsp. dried Italian seasoning OR 3-4 tsp. freshly chopped basil, oregano, and parsley
- 1/2 tsp. garlic powder
- 4 slices provolone cheese
- 4 fresh, whole basil leaves
- 1 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Place tomatoes, cut side up on a baking sheet.
- Mix the grated cheeses and seasonings together in a medium bowl. Top tomato halves with this mixture.
Cover each tomato half with a slice of provolone cheese and top with a basil leaf.
- Drizzle oil over the cheese topped tomatoes and bake for 20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the cheese is golden brown.
Nutrition Information
Yield 4 Serving Size 1 tomato halfAmount Per Serving Calories 173Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 7gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 27mgSodium 366mgCarbohydrates 4gFiber 1gSugar 2gProtein 10g