A stunning side dish. Look for fresh local chèvre (soft goat cheese), or experiment with the many types available in stores. Tomatoes are known for their phytochemical content, especially the antioxidant lycopene.
Grilled Tomatoes Stuffed with Goat Cheese
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Instructions
- Preheat grill to medium-high. Combine cheese, green onions, shallot, salt, and basil in a medium mixing bowl. Season with freshly ground pepper.
- Using a small sharp knife, remove a cone-shaped piece 2 inches wide and 1 inch deep from the top of each tomato. Fill cavities with cheese mixture, dividing equally.
- Place tomatoes directly on grill rack or on aluminum foil placed on grill rack. Cover barbecue with lid. Cook until tomatoes are soft, about 5 minutes.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition Facts
Grilled Tomatoes Stuffed with Goat Cheese
Amount Per Serving
Calories 110
% Daily Value*
Cholesterol 13mg
4%
Sodium 249mg
10%
Total Carbohydrates 8g
3%
Dietary Fiber 2g
8%
Protein 7g
14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
PER SERVING: 110 cal, 50% fat cal, 6g fat, 4g sat fat, 13mg chol, 7g protein, 8g carb, 2g fiber, 249mg sodium
