Pomodori ripieni - Ricetta tipica calabrese

ground meat

🥗Healthier: lentils

💰Cheaper: ground turkey

Lentils provide protein with fewer calories, while ground turkey is less expensive.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

rice

🥗Healthier: quinoa

💰Cheaper: bulgur

Quinoa is a protein-rich alternative, while bulgur is generally less expensive.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil is healthier, while canola oil is often cheaper.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Cut the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the insides.

In a skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté chopped onion and garlic until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add ground meat to the skillet and cook until browned, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in cooked rice, herbs, and lemon juice; mix well.

Season the mixture with salt and pepper to taste.

Fill each tomato with the meat and rice mixture, packing it gently.

Sprinkle cheese and breadcrumbs on top of each stuffed tomato.

Place stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish and drizzle with olive oil.

Cover with foil and bake for 25 minutes.

Remove foil and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes until tops are golden.

Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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