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Baked Spinach Topped Tomatoes Recipe

Juicy tomato halves are generously topped with a savory mixture of sautéed spinach, garlic, and buttery breadcrumbs, then baked to bubbly perfection. This easy recipe is a delicious side dish or light vegetarian meal, perfect for a weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 171.4 kcal
Protein 15g
Rating 4.9 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Baked Spinach Topped Tomatoes

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
  • 2 cloves minced garlic
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • 10 ounces fresh spinach
  • 1/2 cup dry breadcrumbs
  • 1 large egg, lightly beaten
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 4 large tomatoes

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How to Make Baked Spinach Topped Tomatoes

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Melt 2 tablespoons of butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup chopped onion and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Add 10 ounces (280g) fresh spinach and cook until wilted, about 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 1 large egg, lightly beaten, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
  5. Cut 4 large tomatoes in half horizontally and remove seeds.
  6. Place tomato halves, cut-side up, in a 13x9 inch baking dish.
  7. Mound about 1/2 cup of the spinach mixture onto each tomato half.
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are heated through and the topping is lightly browned.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

34 g

Sugar

17g

Fat

21g

Carbs

6g

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