Mediterranean Tuna Stuffed Tomato Recipe

Name: Mediterranean Tuna Stuffed Tomato
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, well drained; 4 medium tomatoes; 1/4 cup green pepper, finely chopped; 1/4 cup red pepper, finely chopped; 1/3 cup pistachios, coarsely chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons capers, well drained; 1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated; 1/8 cup purple onion, finely chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes; Dressing; 1/8 cup olive oil; 4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; 1/2 teaspoon basil; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons sugar (optional); 1/4 teaspoon rosemary; 1 garlic clove; 1/4 teaspoon oregano

Servings: persons

2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, well drained
4 medium tomatoes
1/4 cup green pepper, finely chopped
1/4 cup red pepper, finely chopped
1/3 cup pistachios, coarsely chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons capers, well drained
1/3 cup parmesan cheese, grated
1/8 cup purple onion, finely chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons parsley flakes
Dressing
1/8 cup olive oil
4 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon basil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons sugar (optional)
1/4 teaspoon rosemary
1 garlic clove
1/4 teaspoon oregano

1
Place tuna, green & red peppers, capers, pistachios, parsley flakes, and purple onion in medium size bowl.
2
Make dressing by placing all ingredients into a blender or mini chopper; pulse until oil is emulsified.
3
Pour over tuna mixture.
4
Add parmesan and mix well.
5
Chill until ready to serve.
6
Cut tomatoes; place stem side down and cut into wedges without cutting all of the way through the tomato; gently spread wedges to form bowl for the tuna salad.
7
Fill each tomato with a tad more than 1/2 cup of the tuna.
8
Serve on a piece of leaf lettuce to add color to the plate.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 (6 ounce) cans tuna in water, well drained, 4 medium tomatoes, 1/4 cup green pepper, finely chopped, 1/4 cup red pepper, finely chopped, and more.

Yes, Mediterranean Tuna Stuffed Tomato falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mediterranean Tuna Stuffed Tomato

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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