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Tuna-Stuffed Baked Tomatoes: A Flavorful Delight!

Tuna-Stuffed Baked Tomatoes are a delicious and healthy dish featuring ripe tomatoes filled with a flavorful tuna mixture, topped with melted cheddar cheese.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 290
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 large ripe tomatoes
  • 1 can 5 ounces tuna in water, drained
  • 1/4 cup mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup finely chopped red onion
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese
  • Fresh parsley for garnish optional

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Slice the tops off the tomatoes and gently scoop out the insides using a spoon, being careful not to break the outer walls. Set the hollowed tomatoes aside.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the drained tuna, mayonnaise, Dijon mustard, chopped celery, chopped red onion, lemon juice, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Mix until well combined.
  4. Spoon the tuna mixture into the hollowed tomatoes, packing it in gently.
  5. Place the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish and sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese evenly on top of each tomato.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and bubbly.
  7. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1stuffed tomatoCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 6gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 14gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 500mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add a few dashes of hot sauce to the tuna mixture.
  • You can substitute the tuna with canned chicken or chickpeas for a different protein option.

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