Italian Broiled Tomatoes
Elevate your side dish game with these irresistible Italian Broiled Tomatoes, a quick and flavor-packed recipe that's as easy as it is delicious. Juicy Roma tomatoes are halved and generously topped with a savory blend of breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, fresh basil, parsley, and a hint of garlic, all enhanced by the richness of extra-virgin olive oil. Broiled to golden perfection in just minutes, these tomatoes boast a crisp, bubbling crust while retaining their tender juiciness. Perfect as a light appetizer, a vibrant side dish, or even a vegetarian-friendly main, this recipe is ready in just 20 minutes and bursts with classic Italian flavors. Add a sprinkle of fresh herbs to serve, and you'll have a crowd-pleasing dish that's simple yet sophisticated.
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Ingredients
- 4 medium Roma tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Fresh parsley
- 1 tablespoon Fresh basil
- 0.25 cup Grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons Breadcrumbs
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your broiler to high and position a rack about 6 inches from the heat source.
Step 2
Rinse and pat dry the Roma tomatoes. Slice them in half lengthwise and scoop out some of the seeds to create a cavity for the topping.
Step 3
Place the tomato halves cut-side up on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Step 4
In a small bowl, combine the olive oil, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, Parmesan cheese, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper, and breadcrumbs. Mix until the ingredients are evenly incorporated and form a crumbly topping.
Step 5
Spoon the topping mixture onto each tomato half, pressing it gently to adhere.
Step 6
Transfer the baking sheet to the oven and broil the tomatoes for 6-8 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and bubbling.
Step 7
Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the tomatoes cool for 2-3 minutes before serving.
Step 8
Serve warm as a side dish or appetizer, garnished with additional chopped parsley or basil if desired.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 337.1 grams (337.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 471 |
| Total Fat 35.00g | 45% |
| Saturated Fat 8.00g | 40% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 0.00g | |
| Cholesterol 20mg | 7% |
| Sodium 1939mg | 84% |
| Total Carbohydrate 31.20g | 11% |
| Dietary Fiber 4.50g | 16% |
| Total Sugars 7.80g | |
| Protein 14.10g | 28% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 297mg | 23% |
| Iron 3mg | 18% |
| Potassium 662mg | 14% |
Source of Calories