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Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes Make a Delicious Summer Dish

Tuna Stuffed Tomatoes are a delightful and healthy dish that combines fresh ingredients with the savory taste of tuna, perfect for a light lunch or appetizer.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • Fresh tomatoes: 4 large
  • Canned tuna: 1 can (5 oz)
  • Mayonnaise: 2 tablespoons
  • Mustard: 1 teaspoon
  • Chopped pickles: 2 tablespoons
  • Fresh herbs (like parsley or dill): 1 tablespoon, chopped
  • Salt: to taste
  • Pepper: to taste

Instructions

  1. Wash the tomatoes under cool water and slice off the top of each tomato to create an opening.
  2. Scoop out the insides of the tomatoes and set them upside down on a paper towel to drain.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine drained tuna, mayonnaise, mustard, chopped pickles, and season with salt and pepper.
  4. Fill each hollowed tomato with the tuna mixture, packing it gently but firmly.
  5. Chill the stuffed tomatoes in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes before serving.

Notes

  • Use firm, fresh tomatoes for the best results.
  • Feel free to customize the filling with your favorite herbs and spices.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
  • Author: Sarah Thompson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizer
  • Method: No-cook
  • Cuisine: Mediterranean
  • Diet: Low Calorie

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 stuffed tomato
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 2 g
  • Sodium: 300 mg
  • Fat: 9 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
  • Trans Fat: 0 g
  • Carbohydrates: 8 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Protein: 20 g
  • Cholesterol: 30 mg

Keywords: Tuna, Stuffed Tomatoes, Healthy Recipe, Appetizer, Mediterranean