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Broiled Tomatoes with Parmesan

This easy recipe for wonderfully flavorful broiled tomatoes with Parmesan cheese is ready in about 25 minutes.

Prep Time
20 mins
Cook Time
20 mins
Total Time
25 mins
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 106 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 tomatoes large and firm
  • Olive oil spray
  • ½ teaspoon Diamond Crystal kosher salt or ¼ teaspoon of any other salt, including Morton kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon dried thyme
  • ½ cup parmesan grated

Instructions

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  1. Preheat your broiler on high. Position an oven rack 6 inches below the heating element (not directly below).
  2. Cut the tomatoes in half. Cut a tiny sliver from the bottom of each half so that the tomatoes can stand upright without wobbling.
  3. Spray the tomatoes all over with olive oil. Place them on a broiler-safe rimmed baking dish, cut side up.
  4. Sprinkle the tomatoes with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and thyme. Top with Parmesan, 2 tablespoons for each tomato half.
  5. Broil until the cheese is golden brown, 3-5 minutes. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Keep a close eye on the tomatoes while they're in the oven. Even when not directly under the heating element, they can burn quite easily. Broiling is always challenging in this way, and this recipe is no different.
  • If you prefer an oil with a high smoke point, you can use avocado oil. Another tasty option is to use melted butter.
  • Shredded cheddar is also good in this recipe. 
  • There's no need to peel the tomatoes. 
  • You can keep the leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for 3-4 days and gently reheat them in the microwave at 50% power or in a 350°F oven. They won't be as good as when served fresh, but they'll still be quite tasty.

Nutrition Information

Serving 0.5tomato Calories 106kcal (5%) Carbohydrates 4g (1%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 7g (11%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Sodium 380mg (16%) Fiber 1g (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 106

% Daily Value*

Serving 0.5tomato
Calories 106kcal 5%
Carbohydrates 4g 1%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 7g 11%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Sodium 380mg 16%
Fiber 1g 4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.