Baked Tomatoes with Olives

Elevate your next meal with these Mediterranean-inspired Baked Tomatoes with Olives, a dish that’s as simple as it is flavorful. Juicy ripe tomatoes are hollowed out and stuffed with a savory mixture of pitted Kalamata olives, minced garlic, fresh parsley, basil, crunchy panko breadcrumbs, and Parmesan cheese. The stuffing is then lightly seasoned with salt, pepper, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil before being baked to perfection. The result? A beautifully golden, crispy topping paired with tender, melt-in-your-mouth tomatoes bursting with briny and herbaceous flavors. Ready in just 35 minutes, these baked tomatoes make a versatile addition to your table—perfect as a warm appetizer, a wholesome side dish, or a light vegetarian main course.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 pieces medium ripe tomatoes
• 1 cup pitted Kalamata olives
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 2 cloves minced garlic
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• 0.33 cup panko breadcrumbs
• 0.25 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil.

Step 2

Wash and dry the tomatoes. Slice the tops off each tomato and scoop out the seeds and pulp using a spoon, creating a hollow space inside. Be careful not to break the tomato walls.

Step 3

Place the hollowed-out tomatoes in the prepared baking dish, cut side up.

Step 4

In a mixing bowl, combine the pitted Kalamata olives, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, panko breadcrumbs, grated Parmesan cheese, salt, black pepper, and 1 tablespoon of olive oil. Mix until fully combined.

Step 5

Spoon the olive mixture into each hollowed tomato, pressing gently to ensure it's packed in evenly.

Step 6

Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the stuffed tomatoes for added flavor and moisture.

Step 7

Bake the tomatoes in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and the topping is golden brown and slightly crispy.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving. Garnish with extra fresh basil or parsley if desired.

Step 9

Serve warm as an appetizer, side dish, or light vegetarian main course.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	827.7 grams (827.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	963

Total Fat 83.10g	107%
Saturated Fat 16.00g	80%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 20mg	7%
Sodium 5561mg	242%
Total Carbohydrate 51.30g	19%
Dietary Fiber 15.30g	55%
Total Sugars 14.30g
Protein 18.60g	37%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 488mg	38%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 1533mg	33%

*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: 72.8%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 20.0%