Easy Gorgonzola Stuffed Grilled Tomatoes Recipe

"These are so easy to make - 6 ingredients; and, right on the grill. Perfect as you are grilling those steaks, burgers, or chicken. However, these can also be done in the oven as well. They are so quick to make, and perfect to accompany a BBQ'd dinner - always a favorite. For company, make these ahead in the morning; then, just throw on the grill when you are ready. You can serve anywhere from 2-3 per person. They also make a great starter dish over a bed of baby greens too."

Original is 4-8 servings

Metric US

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Ingredients

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5 to 7 large roma tomatoes (cut in half lengthwise, and seeds and some of the pulp removed)
3/4 cup gorgonzola cheese, crumbled (or blue cheese)
1/4 cup parmesan cheese, grated (fresh)
1/3 cup bread crumbs, dried (Italian bread crumbs)

1 1/2 tablespoons fresh basil, chopped
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
Olive oil to drizzle over the top

Nutritional

Serving Size: 1 (219.7 g)
Calories 124.6
Total Fat - 5.7 g
Saturated Fat - 3.4 g
Cholesterol - 15.8 mg
Sodium - 232.5 mg
Total Carbohydrate - 10 g
Dietary Fiber - 2.5 g
Sugars - 5.3 g
Protein - 9.7 g
Calcium - 291 mg
Iron - 0.8 mg
Vitamin C - 25.7 mg
Thiamin - 0.1 mg

Step by Step Method

Step 1

Tomatoes ... Note - the size of the tomatoes can determine how many you use. I find 5-6 is usually what I use; however, if they are small you may need 7 or even 8; depends on the size. Cut the tomatoes in half lengthwise, and remove the seeds and some of the pulp.

Step 2

Filling ... Add the cheeses, bread crumbs, basil, oregano, and pepper to a small bowl; then, mix to combine. Stuff the tomatoes; then, set on a plate to come to room temperature before grilling. Drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil before grilling.

Step 3

Grilling ... Medium heat for outdoor or indoor grills. Now, for outdoor grilling, I like to set a piece of foil on the grill and spray with a non-stick spray. I put the tomatoes right on that. I set them in between the grates right on the foil, that way - they sit upright without rolling over. On an indoor grill pan; I just line them up between the grates. However, you can bake these in an oven too, (400 degrees), in a small casserole dish.

Step 4

They take about 10-15 minutes until the cheese begins to melt; and, the tomato is soft/tender, but NOT falling apart. I wish I would give you an exact time; but ... the size of the tomato, and the method you use; can alter cooking times. Just keep an eye on them; you will know when they are soft and tender.

Step 5

Serve and ENJOY! ... Just a perfect easy side dish. Great with steak, roast chicken, chops, or grilled fish, etc. They are delicious! Also, these are wonderful to serve for brunch as well.