Stuffed Tomato

Stuffed Tomato is a versatile dish where hollowed-out tomatoes are filled with a savory mixture, often featuring rice, herbs, vegetables, and sometimes meat or cheese. It is popular in Mediterranean, Middle Eastern, and Eastern European cuisines, with variations like the Turkish 'Domates Dolması' or Greek 'Gemista'.

🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

The dish is typically moderate in carbohydrates from the rice or grain filling, with protein and fat content varying based on whether meat or cheese is included. A standard serving provides vitamins A and C from the tomato, along with fiber, and generally ranges from 200 to 350 calories.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	185 kcal
Protein	9 g
Carbs	15 g
Fat	10 g
Fiber	3 g
Sugar	7 g
Sodium	450 mg
Vitamin C	25 mg
Vitamin A	1200 IU
Potassium	380 mg
Calcium	90 mg
Iron	2.1 mg
Vitamin B6	0.3 mg
Folate	40 mcg
Magnesium	25 mg

Per 1 stuffed tomato (approx. 200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it's a celebrated summer dish that showcases seasonal produce, while nutritionally, cooking tomatoes increases the bioavailability of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant.