Egg and Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe

You say tomato, we say yes please! When cooked, this fruit becomes much richer in the antioxidant lycopene. Pump up the protein count by adding some soft-cooked egg whites for a flavorful, nutritious dish.

Egg and Cheese Stuffed Tomatoes Recipe 

Serves 2

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Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 45 minutes

Ingredients

2 large beefsteak tomatoes
5 egg whites
1 teaspoon fresh chives, chopped
1 teaspoon fresh parsley, chopped
Dash of salt
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese, grated

Preparation

1. Preheat the oven to 350° F.
2. Cut the tops off the tomatoes and spoon out the flesh and seeds, discarding them.
3. Place the tomatoes in a glass baking dish
4. In a small bowl, whisk the eggs, chives, parsley and salt together.
5. Pour egg mixture into the tomatoes and sprinkle cheese on top.
6. Bake until the egg mixture is set, about 45 minutes.