Baked Tomatoes with Cheese and Olives
Juicy tomato halves topped with melted cheese, briny olives, and a crispy breadcrumb crust, baked until golden and bubbling. A simple, satisfying side or light main.
- Total time
- 35 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 220
- Protein
- 10g
Ingredients
- 4 large tomatoes
- ½ cup black olives
- 1 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
- ½ cup breadcrumbs
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tbsp fresh rosemary
- ½ tsp salt
Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 400°F. Cut the 4 tomatoes in half crosswise and arrange cut-side up in a baking dish.
- 2
In a small bowl, combine 1 cup mozzarella, 1/2 cup chopped olives, 1/2 cup breadcrumbs, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tbsp chopped rosemary, 2 tbsp olive oil, and 1/2 tsp salt. Mix until well combined.
- 3
Spoon the cheese mixture evenly over the tomato halves, pressing gently to adhere.
- 4
Bake for 20-25 minutes, until the topping is golden brown and the tomatoes are soft but still hold their shape.
- 5
Let rest for 5 minutes before serving. Enjoy warm.
Tools you’ll need
- baking dish
- knife
- cutting board
- small bowl
- spoon
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