Baked Tomatoes Recipe

During the summer months, garden tomatoes are in abundance, which is the perfect time to use them in salads, sauces and salsas. With a few simple ingredients, you'll love making this baked tomatoes recipe, using just a few ingredients. Our specialists at the Bariatric Surgery Program recommend they are eaten plain, but they can be added to sandwiches, burgers or enjoyed bruschetta-style, on top of a small crostini. 

Ingredients You'll Need to Make Baked Tomatoes 

Recipe serves 6

5-6 large tomatoes
Olive oil spray
¼ cup low-fat parmesan cheese
Greek Seasoning (Penzey's is preferred)
¼ cup pine nuts (optional)

Prep and Cooking Directions for Baked Tomatoes

1. Preheat the oven to 350º F.
2. Cut tomatoes in half lengthwise and place open face in non-stick 9x13 pan.
3. Spray the surface of tomatoes with olive oil spray.
4. Coat with cheese and pine nuts.
5. Sprinkle on Greek seasoning to taste.
6. Bake for 50 minutes on the middle rack.

Nutrition Information

Serving size: 1 serving, 2 tomato halves 

Calories: 73
Total Fat: 5 g
Total Carbohydrates: 6 g
Dietary Fiber: 2 g
Sugars: 0 g
Protein: 3 g