Why Should I Try These Keto Stuffed Tomatoes?
Delicious. First and foremost, these are mouth-watering bites of deliciousness that you’re going to want to make again and again.Simple. Realistically, these are so simple to make. Picture a perfectly cooked tomato with all the goodness of whatever you want to fill it with and that’s a stuffed tomato.Variations. There are so many ways to fill a stuffed tomato. I’m currently obsessed with this spinach and cheese stuffed tomato recipe, but there are plenty of other options I will give you for inspiration below!
Ingredients You’ll Need
The ingredients you’ll need are determined by which variation you want to make. For my basic version, this is what you’ll need to get started:
TomatoesGround Black PepperKosher SaltFrozen SpinachBoursin cheeseSour creamGrated Parmesan Cheese
How Do You Make This Stuffed Tomato Recipe in the Oven?
Prepare. Cut the tops off of the tomatoes. Using a small spoon, carefully remove and discard pulp. I like to mix it back in and use it because it’s delicious, but if you don’t like tomato innards you can toss them. Season. Season the insides of the tomatoes with ½ teaspoon of black pepper and ¼ teaspoon of salt. Invert the tomatoes onto paper towels and allow the tomatoes to drain while you make the filling.Filling. In a medium bowl, combine the spinach, Boursin cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper, and ¼ cup of the shredded parmesan. Stir until ingredients are well combined. Divide the mixture between the tomatoes.Cheese. Top tomatoes with the remaining ¼ cup shredded parmesan.Cook. Place the tomatoes in a small baking pan. Set the oven to 350°F for 30 minutes or until the filling is hot.
Can you make Stuffed Tomatoes in the Air Fryer?
Indeed you can! I actually like them better in the air fryer since I think they cook a lot faster than in the oven.
Prepare. Cut the tops off of the tomatoes. Using a small spoon, carefully remove and discard pulp.Season. Season the insides of the tomatoes with salt and black pepper. Invert the tomatoes onto paper towels and allow to drain while you make the filling.Filling. In a medium bowl, stir together the spinach, Boursin cheese, sour cream, salt and pepper, and shredded parmesan. Divide the mixture evenly between the tomatoes.Cheese. Top tomatoes with any additional parmesan.Cook. Place the tomatoes in the air-fryer basket. Set the air fryer to 350°F for 15 minutes or until the filling is hot.
How Do I Know if My Tomato is Cooked Thoroughly?
The best way to tell, and the method I use, is to look at the tomato. The outside skin should wrinkle, and the tomato will barely hold its shape when cooked properly.
Variations To Try Out
If you’re not a fan of traditionally stuffed tomatoes or are looking to think outside of the box for your next favorite meal, check out one of these tasty variations to fit various dietary lifestyles:
Salad Stuffed Tomatoes
Cook the tomatoes first, and then add the salads afterward.
Egg Salad - easy vegetarian stuffed tomato recipe. Use this egg hack to make the egg salad incredibly simple.Chicken Salad - my recipe is so creamy and simple!Tuna Salad - a classic combo you’re going to love!
Stuff With Cooked Meat
Italian SausageGrilled ChickenTaco Seasoned MeatGyro Meat - you HAVE to try my recipe!
Grain Stuffed Tomatoes
Cooked Rice - mix it with meat or veggies.Cooked Quinoa - seasoned to your liking.Farro Risotto - try this recipe for an awesome combo with the tomatoes.Barley and Lentil Pilaf - add cheese to make this even better!Wild Rice Pilaf
Enhance with Toppings
Parmesan Cheese - broil for a minute to get the cheese nice and bubbly with a crisp on the edges!Bread Crumbs - flavored bread crumbs are awesome!Minced Basil and/or ParsleyToasted Pine Nuts
Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes
Mozzarella Balls - place mozzarella balls inside the tomatoes to let them melt to perfection.Pepperjack Cheese - add a little heat to the dish.Add cheese to the spinach for a well-rounded dish like I did in this recipe.
Are Stuffed Tomatoes Keto?
Believe it or not, this recipe is low carb! Most of the time stuffed tomato recipes call for breadcrumbs, which makes them high in carbs. My spinach and cheese recipe doesn’t need breadcrumbs and is also delicious! Any of the variations with meats and cheeses also make low carb stuffed tomatoes. Many of them are great make-ahead meals and make easy keto lunches. WIth any of my additional variations listed, use caution on the carb count, but the spinach and cheese version is perfectly keto-friendly.
What To Serve With Them?
Depending on which variation you choose, the options are nearly limitless. If you’re choosing a vegetarian option, these are some of my favorite things to serve with them:
Asparagus and Mushroom Stir FryInstant Pot Black Beans and RiceAir Fryer Mushrooms
For Keto options, choose one of these recipes:
Pecan Chicken TendersHow To Make A Juicy Pork ChopHow To Sous Vide Steak
Just want a delicious meal with some fresh tomatoes from your garden? Any of these dishes pair fantastically with these baked stuffed tomatoes:
Instant Pot Green Beans with BaconAir Fryer AsparagusCheesy Potatoes
How Long Do They Last?
Reheating tomatoes once they’re stuffed can be a slippery slope (literally) because the more the tomato is cooked and the longer the ingredients used to stuff them sit inside, the more watery the stuffed tomatoes will become. For best results, try to make one of these stuffed tomato recipes fresh for a perfectly fresh and tasty bite.
Want More Delicious Tomato Recipes?
Tomato Coconut Soup - this is one of my most popular recipes!Tomato Mayonnaise Shrimp - sounds weird, but trust me it’s amazing!Tomato Basil Scallops - incredibly light and fresh!Tomato Jam- a great way to use those garden fresh tomatoes.
No matter which variation of these Stuffed tomatoes you choose, you’re going to love this recipe! Try it out in the Air Fryer, or use your oven if you need to - just make them. Pin this on Pinterest or share it on Facebook to save it.
