Cheesy stuffed tomatoes for a delicious vegetarian dish

Ingredients for Cheesy stuffed tomatoes

• 30 g raw pistachios

• 4 large heirloom tomatoes (about 1 100 g)

• kosher salt, freshly ground pepper

• 1 garlic clove, finely grated

• 30 g chopped golden raisins

• 60 ml extra-virgin olive oil, plus more for drizzling

• 15 ml chopped thyme, plus 6 sprigs

• 225 g fresh mozzarella

How to make Cheesy stuffed tomatoes

1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (160°C fan).

2. Toast the pistachios on a rimmed baking tray, tossing once, until golden brown, about 5–8 minutes. Let them cool, then finely chop.

3. Reduce the oven temperature to 160°C (140°C fan).

4. Slice about 1.5 cm off the top of each tomato and reserve the tops. Using a spoon, scoop out the centre of each tomato (save this for making sauce) and season the insides with salt and pepper. Transfer the tomatoes to a baking dish large enough to hold them snugly.

5. In a medium bowl, mix the pistachios, garlic, raisins, 60 ml of oil, and 1 tablespoon of thyme; season with salt and pepper.

6. Place about 1 tablespoon of the filling into each tomato. Tear the mozzarella into bite-sized pieces and tuck them into the tomatoes. Top with the remaining filling, pressing down gently with your fingers if needed.

7. Replace the tops of the tomatoes and drizzle with a little more oil. Scatter thyme sprigs over the top and bake, uncovered, until the tomatoes release some liquid and begin to wrinkle slightly on top, about 35–45 minutes.

8. Let the tomatoes cool slightly before serving.

Disclaimer
While every effort has been made to ensure the information is accurate and up to date, individual needs may vary and dietary requirements can differ based on personal health conditions. Always check food labels and allergen information before preparing or consuming any recipe. If you have specific health concerns, allergies, intolerances, or are following a medically prescribed diet, seek advice from your GP, pharmacist, or a registered dietitian before making significant changes to your diet or lifestyle.