Baked Parmesan Tomatoes
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Baked Parmesan Tomatoes
Description
This recipe uses large tomato slices as a base, each topped evenly with a blend of grated Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. The slices are optionally drizzled with olive oil before baking in a 400°F oven for 5 to 10 minutes until the cheese melts and browns slightly. A quick broil may be applied to enhance cheese coloration.
The result is tender tomatoes with a flavorful golden crust of cheese and herbs that provides a contrast in texture. The savory topping enhances the natural sweetness and acidity of the tomatoes.
Baked Parmesan Tomatoes can be served warm as a side dish or a light snack, garnished with chopped fresh parsley for brightness. Leftovers keep well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for several days and can be eaten cold or warmed gently.
Ingredients
- 2 large tomato cut into 3 slices each
- ½ cup Parmesan Cheese grated
- 1 teaspoon oregano dried
- ¼ teaspoon salt or to taste
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper or to taste
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for drizzling over the top
- parsley chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Prep: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a small bowl toss together the Parmesan cheese, dried oregano, salt and pepper.
- Assemble: Top each tomato slice evenly with the Parmesan cheese mixture. Drizzle with a bit of olive oil, this is optional.
- Bake: Bake for about 5 to 10 minutes or until you notice the cheese starts to turn melt and turns golden brown. You can also turn on the broiler for about a minute if you want a bit more color to the cheese.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with parsley and serve.
Notes
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3 to 5 days.
- Leftover baked tomatoes can be enjoyed cold or reheated if preferred.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 55 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1slice | |
| Calories | 55kcal | 3% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 230mg | 10% |
| Potassium | 28mg | 1% |
| Vitamin A | 140IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 1.2mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 101mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.