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quinoa and herb stuffed tomatoes

Quinoa and Herb Stuffed Tomatoes

Juicy tomatoes are filled with a flavorful quinoa and herb stuffing to create a delicious and healthy dish that is perfect for any meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Mediterranean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 large baking dish
  • 1 small pot
  • 1 medium mixing bowl
  • 1 sharp knife
  • 1 cutting board
  • 1 spoon or spatula

Ingredients
  

  • 6 medium-sized tomatoes
  • 1 cup quinoa
  • 2 cups vegetable broth
  • 2 cloves garlic - minced
  • 1 small onion - diced
  • 1 cup chopped fresh herbs - such as parsley, basil, and chives
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • Salt and pepper - to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit (190 degrees Celsius).
  • Slice the tops off of the tomatoes and scoop out the seeds and pulp, leaving a hollow shell. Set aside.
  • In a small pot, bring the vegetable broth to a boil. Add the quinoa, reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes.
  • In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, minced garlic, diced onion, chopped herbs, olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  • Stuff each tomato with the quinoa and herb mixture, making sure they are filled to the top.
  • Place the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish and bake for 30 minutes, or until the tomatoes are soft and the filling is lightly browned.
  • Serve hot as a side dish or add a protein for a main course.

Notes

Use any combination of fresh herbs that you like in the filling.
Feel free to add crumbled feta or grated Parmesan cheese to the filling for added flavor.
Leftover filling can be used as a delicious salad topping.

Nutrition

Calories: 180kcal
Keyword Healthy, Herbs, Quinoa, Vegetarian
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