Prep: 30 mins
Cook: 60 mins
10
Greek-style stuffed tomatoes
Experience the Mediterranean flavors with Greek-style stuffed tomatoes. Ripe tomatoes are hollowed out and filled with a delicious mixture of cooked rice, onions, garlic, herbs like oregano and parsley, and crumbled feta cheese. Baked until the tomatoes are tender and the filling is golden brown, these stuffed tomatoes are bursting with savory goodness. Serve as a flavorful side dish or light meal alongside a Greek salad and crusty bread. Enjoy the taste of Greece with every bite of these Greek-style stuffed tomatoes!
10 medium vine-ripened tomatoes
1 tbs olive oil + olive oil spray
1 medium onion, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
11⁄2 cups cooked long grain rice*
3⁄4 cup flat-leaf parsley, chopped
1⁄3 cup mint leaves, roughly chopped
75g feta cheese, crumbled
Salt and ground black pepper
Olive oil cooking spray
STEP 1 Preheat oven to 180°C/160°C fan-forced. Slice 1cm from the stem end of each tomato and reserve tops. Using a teaspoon, scoop out pulp. Discard seeds and roughly chop pulp. Pat dry tomato cavities using paper towel.
STEP 2 Heat 1 tbs oil in a medium frying pan over medium heat. Add onion and garlic and cook, stirring occasionally, for 3 minutes or until onion is tender. Add cooked rice, tomato pulp, parsley, mint and feta. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Stir to combine. Remove from heat.
STEP 3 Evenly spoon rice mixture into tomatoes. Arrange tomatoes in a large baking pan lined with baking paper. Place reserved tops on tomatoes. Spray with oil and bake for 45-50 minutes until tender. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutritional Facts
Tomatoes: High in vitamin C and lycopene; good for immune health.
Rice: Source of carbohydrates; provides energy.
Olive oil: Rich in healthy fats; supports heart health.
Herbs (parsley, mint): Provide vitamins and antioxidants; enhance flavor.
Tips and Tricks
- Greek-style Stuffed Tomatoes: Opt for ripe tomatoes and quality feta cheese for a Mediterranean-inspired dish. Substitute feta with goat cheese for a tangy twist.
