Baked Tomato Pockets

These Baked Tomato Pockets are a delightful and nutritious way to enjoy tomatoes. Each tomato half is hollowed out and stuffed with a savory blend of whole wheat flour, crumbled feta cheese, and aromatic herbs. The stuffed tomatoes are then drizzled with olive oil and baked until tender with a golden, crispy topping. These pockets make a flavorful appetizer or a tasty side dish, perfect for those looking for a healthy and satisfying option.

For a Serving Size of Two:

Ingredients:

• 2 medium tomatoes (about 200 grams)
• 50 grams whole wheat flour
• 30 grams feta cheese
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
• 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Procedure:

• Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
• Wash and slice the tomatoes in half. Gently scoop out the seeds and excess juice to create hollow pockets.
• In a small bowl, mix the whole wheat flour with the cheese, dried oregano, dried basil, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper.
• Spoon the flour mixture into each tomato half, pressing down lightly to pack the filling.
• Place the stuffed tomatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Drizzle the olive oil over the top of the tomatoes.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the tops are golden brown.
• Allow the tomato pockets to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy them as a healthy appetizer or a side dish!

Nutritional Benefits: 

• Calories: 380 kcal
• Protein: 12.4 g
• Carbohydrates: 47.1 g
• Fat: 16.1 g