CHERRY TOMATOES STUFFED WITH PESTO
When I lived in Provence, I followed the local custom of setting a couple of pots of basil by my kitchen door to keep the flies away. I'm not sure why it works, but the essential oils in basil - which make this herb so heavenly, although apparently not to flies - have been shown to have anti-bacterial properties. A few studies have shown that the oils can inhibit some pathogenic bacteria that have become resistant to antibiotics. Basil also contains flavonoids that are believed to have some antioxidant properties; it's an excellent source of vitamin K, and a very good source of iron, calcium and vitamin A. I've been serving these appetizers for decades. You can also make a warm side dish with medium-size tomatoes (see variation below).
Provided by Martha Rose Shulman
Categories easy, quick, weekday, appetizer, side dish
Time 30m
Yield Serves 12 as an hors d'oeuvre, six to eight as a side dish
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- To make the pesto, turn on a food processor fitted with the steel blade, and drop in the garlic. When it is chopped and adhering to the sides of the bowl, stop the machine and scrape down the sides of the bowl with a spatula. Add the basil, pumpkin seeds or pine nuts, salt, pepper and olive oil to the food processor, and process until smooth and creamy. Add the Parmesan, and pulse until well combined. You can also use a mortar and pestle. Add the basil leaves gradually, and mash with the pestle. Add the pumpkin seeds or pine nuts, garlic, salt and pepper. Mash to a paste with the basil. Work in the olive oil and the Parmesan.
- Using a paring knife, cut thin slices from the tops of the cherry tomatoes. Use a grapefruit spoon or small spoon to scoop the seeds and flesh from the center of each tomato. Lightly salt the hollowed out tomatoes if desired, and place them, cut side down, on a rack to drain for 15 minutes. Fill with the pesto, arrange on a platter and serve. Refrigerate or freeze any excess pesto.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 77, UnsaturatedFat 5 grams, Carbohydrate 2 grams, Fat 7 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Sodium 103 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 0 grams
STUFFED CHERRY TOMATOES
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Time 20m
Yield 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Preheat the broiler. Slice off the top 1/4 inch of each tomato, then scoop out and discard some of the core using a melon baller or small spoon. Cut a thin sliver off the bottom of the tomatoes so they will sit flat. Put the tomatoes on a rimmed baking sheet and toss with the olive oil, red pepper flakes and 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt, then stand them up and press a cube of feta about halfway inside each one. Broil until the cheese is browned and slightly soft, about 2 minutes.
- Mix the olive paste with 1 tablespoon water and dot all over a serving plate. Arrange the broiled tomatoes on the plate; drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt. Scatter the mint on top. Serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 88 calorie, Fat 8 grams, SaturatedFat 2 grams, Cholesterol 8 milligrams, Sodium 391 milligrams, Carbohydrate 4 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 2 grams, Sugar 2 grams
TOMATOES ROASTED WITH PESTO
Provided by Ina Garten
Yield 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees.
- Core the tomatoes and then slice them across (not through the stem) in 1/2 inch-thick slices. Arrange the slices in a single layer on a sheet pan. Drizzle the tomatoes with the olive oil and sprinkle with the oregano, 1 1/2 teaspoons salt, and the pepper.
- Bake the tomatoes for 10 minutes. Remove them from the oven, spread each slice with Pesto, and sprinkle with the Parmesan cheese. Return the tomatoes to the oven and continue baking for 7 to 10 minutes, until the Parmesan is melted and begins to brown. Using a flat metal spatula, put the tomatoes on a serving platter, sprinkle with extra salt, and serve hot, warm, or at room temperature.
- Place the walnuts, pine nuts, and garlic in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the steel blade. Process for 30 seconds. Add the basil, salt, and pepper. With the processor running, slowly pour the olive oil into the bowl through the feed tube and process until the pesto is pureed. Add the Parmesan and puree for a minute. Use immediately or store the pesto in the refrigerator or freezer with a thin film of olive oil on top.
STUFFED CHERRY TOMATOES
I adapted this tomato appetizer from a stuffed mushroom recipe that I've used for years. The tasty little treats always win compliments-they're perfect at parties or for potlucks and salad luncheons. Best of all, although it looks as if you slaved over them for hours, they are really very easy to prepare! -Donna Smith, Grey Cliff, Montana
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Appetizers
Time 30m
Yield about 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Make an "X" in the top of each tomato, cutting two-thirds of the way to the bottom. Scoop out pulp with the tip of a knife. Drain tomatoes, upside down, on a paper towel. Combine filling ingredients in small bowl. Stuff tomatoes with filling. Keep refrigerated until serving. If desired, garnish with chives for flower stems.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 29 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 36mg sodium, Carbohydrate 1g carbohydrate (1g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 0 protein.
LEMON-WALNUT PESTO STUFFED CHERRY TOMATOES
This is from the "Vegetarian Appetizers" cookbook. The picture looked so fabulous that I just had to try it. DH and the other guests just gobbled these up. The pesto is pretty tasty! You will have to guage the olive oil based upon how you like your pesto. The yield on this is dependent upon the size of the tomatoes used and how you cut them. This yield assumes the tomato only has the top cut off, not in half.
Provided by Ducky
Categories Cheese
Time 25m
Yield 12 tomatoes
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Put all pesto ingredients in food processor and process until slightly chunky, or desired consistency.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, as necessary.
- Cut tomatoes (in half or cut off the very top) and remove seeds and juice (I use an iced tea spoon).
- Fill tomato with pesto using a pastry bag or ziploc bag (small spoon may also work).
- Sprinkle with paprika just before serving.
- Serve chilled or room temperature.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 54.7, Fat 5, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 1.8, Sodium 32.9, Carbohydrate 1.6, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 0.6, Protein 1.8
PESTO CHICKEN STUFFED CHERRY TOMATOES
I found different variations of stuffed tomatoes. I was looking for one that didn't have mayo in it since I wanted to take them for a potluck. The amount of olives, celery, olive oil, green olive juice and cheese depends on your taste. Enjoy.
Provided by shiobhan_rei
Categories Potluck
Time 50m
Yield 6-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Wash and core tomato. I got a tomatoes corer from Bed, Bath and Beyond for $4. Once they are cored place them upside down on a paper towel to get rid of the extra water.
- In bowl mix chicken, celery and green olives (cheese if you want it). Mix in pesto a bit at a time, taste it once you have mixed in a couple tablespoons. Pesto can overpower the taste if you aren't careful. You may need more or less.
- If you need a bit more moisture and don't want to use more Pesto add a bit of olive oil.
- Pepper to taste. If it needs a more salty taste use either some of the green olive juice or salt (coarse salt is better).
- Use either a small spoon or a Ziploc bag that the tip was cut from and fill the tomatoes.
- If you want to get all pretty and fancy you can top it w/cheese or a green olive slice or basil leaf. You can also top w/Mozzarella Cheese and put under the broiler until cheese is melted.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 85.1, Fat 4.1, SaturatedFat 1.1, Cholesterol 28.6, Sodium 285.2, Carbohydrate 1.2, Fiber 0.5, Sugar 0.7, Protein 10.3
PESTO & CREAM CHEESE STUFFED CHERRY TOMATOES
Pesto & Cream Cheese Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes make great last-minute appetizers. They are so easy to make and delicious! And, naturally vegetarian and gluten free.
Provided by My Food and Family
Categories New Recipes & Featured Content
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Place the cream cheese spread in a large bowl and beat until smooth. Add the pesto sauce and beat until thoroughly combined.
- Fit the piping tip on your piping bag, if using. Spoon the mixture into the piping bag or plastic sandwich bag. Pipe a dab of the cream cheese mixture onto each tomato half.
- Garnish each with a piece of basil.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 0 g, Fat 0 g, SaturatedFat 0 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 g, Sodium 0 g, Carbohydrate 0 g, Fiber 0 g, Sugar 0 g, Protein 0 g
GOAT CHEESE STUFFED TOMATOES
A recipe recommended by the goat cheese guy at my local farmers market. May also be cooked on the grill.
Provided by TIA9370
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Tomatoes
Time 20m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Preheat the oven broiler.
- Slice the tops off of the tomatoes and hollow out by removing the seeds.
- In a bowl, mix the goat cheese and chopped red peppers together. Spoon an equal amount of the cheese mixture into each hollowed out tomato. Place stuffed tomatoes upright in a baking dish. Top each tomato evenly with the bread crumbs and torn basil. Drizzle with olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
- Place under broiler for 5 to 10 minutes until bread crumbs are lightly browned.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 210 calories, Carbohydrate 10.4 g, Cholesterol 22.4 mg, Fat 15.8 g, Fiber 2.4 g, Protein 8.2 g, SaturatedFat 6.9 g, Sodium 291.8 mg, Sugar 5.8 g
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