Baked Tomatoes

Baked Tomatoes is a delightful Greek dish featuring ripe tomatoes stuffed with a savory mixture of rice, herbs, and feta cheese. This dish is not only flavorful but also showcases the fresh produce of summer in a healthy, vegetarian option.

Ingredients

• Large ripe tomatoes - 4
• Cooked rice - 100 grams
• Feta cheese, crumbled - 50 grams
• Fresh parsley, chopped - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh dill, chopped - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic, minced - 1 clove
• Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Lemon juice - 1 tablespoon

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
2. Cut the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the insides, being careful not to break the skin.
3. In a bowl, combine the cooked rice, crumbled feta, parsley, dill, minced garlic, olive oil, lemon juice, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
4. Stuff the hollowed tomatoes with the rice mixture, packing it gently.
5. Place the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish and drizzle a little more olive oil over the tops.
6. Cover the dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes.
7. Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes to allow the tops to brown slightly.
8. Remove from oven, let cool for a few minutes, and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 280
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 35 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 600 mg
• Cholesterol: 20 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 4 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants from tomatoes.
• Good source of protein and calcium from feta cheese.

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