Baked Herby Tomatoes

Ripe tomatoes filled with a savory blend of garlic, anchovies, herbs, and breadcrumbs, then baked until golden and bubbling.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 168.6 kcals 674.5 kcals
Carbohydrates 16.3 grams 65.2 grams
Fat 10.5 grams 42.1 grams
Protein 3.7 grams 14.8 grams
Cook Time
15 mins
Produces
4 people
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

CondimentsSauces
1
tsp
Balsamic Vinegar
To garnish
GrainsCereals
50
g
Breadcrumbs
Fresh white
NutsSeeds
1
pinch
Salt
For seasoning
1
pinch
Black Pepper
Freshly ground
2
cloves
Garlic
Finely chopped
1
tsp
Thyme
Fresh leaves
2
tbsp
Parsley
Fresh flatleaf, roughly chopped
OilsFats
30
ml
Seafood
4
piece
Anchovy Fillets
Canned, finely chopped
Vegetables
450
g
Tomatoes
Large, ripe but firm
1
piece
Shallot
Finely diced

Steps

  • Halve tomatoes horizontally, remove seeds, and salt the cut sides.
  • Drain tomatoes cut-side down on paper for 20 minutes before rinsing and drying.
  • Preheat the oven to 200°C.
  • Blend shallot, garlic, thyme, oil, and anchovies into a smooth paste.
  • Fold parsley, chilli flakes, and breadcrumbs into the paste and season.
  • Spoon bread mixture into tomato cavities and bake for 15 minutes.
  • Drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar before serving.