Raisin Stuffed Tomatoes

Elevate your dining experience with these irresistible Raisin Stuffed Tomatoes—an unexpectedly delightful twist on a classic stuffed vegetable dish. Sweet golden raisins mingle with savory Parmesan cheese, herbaceous fresh parsley, and aromatic garlic in a breadcrumb-based filling that perfectly complements the juicy, oven-roasted tomatoes. Each hearty tomato is hollowed and stuffed to perfection, then baked until tender with a crisp, golden topping. This quick and easy recipe, ready in just 45 minutes, makes for an elegant side dish or a standout appetizer. With a balance of sweetness, umami, and a hint of crunch, Raisin Stuffed Tomatoes are a unique and flavor-packed addition to any table.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 whole large tomatoes
• 1 cup golden raisins
• 1 cup breadcrumb
• 0.5 cups Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 cloves garlic
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

Wash the tomatoes and carefully slice off the tops. Set the tops aside for later.

Step 3

Using a spoon, gently scoop out the seeds and pulp from each tomato, creating a hollow cavity. Be careful not to puncture the outer skin. Reserve the removed pulp in a bowl.

Step 4

Chop the reserved tomato pulp into small pieces and set aside.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the golden raisins, breadcrumbs, Parmesan cheese, parsley, olive oil, minced garlic, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Add the reserved chopped tomato pulp to the mixture and stir well until everything is evenly combined. This will be your stuffing mixture.

Step 7

Carefully stuff each hollowed tomato with the mixture, pressing down gently to pack it in. Slightly overfill the tomatoes if desired, as the stuffing will shrink slightly during cooking.

Step 8

Place the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish and drizzle a small amount of olive oil over the tops for extra flavor and moisture.

Step 9

Cover the baking dish with aluminum foil and bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes.

Step 10

Remove the foil and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown and the tomatoes are tender.

Step 11

Remove the tomatoes from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes before serving. Optionally, garnish with extra parsley.

Step 12

Serve warm as an appetizer or a side dish, and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1084 grams (1084.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1477

Total Fat 50.40g	65%
Saturated Fat 15.20g	76%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 45mg	15%
Sodium 2868mg	125%
Total Carbohydrate 223.60g	81%
Dietary Fiber 19.10g	68%
Total Sugars 131.80g
Protein 43.50g	87%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 821mg	63%
Iron 11mg	63%
Potassium 3089mg	66%

*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: 29.8%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 58.8%