Tomates Rellenas
Tomates Rellenas is a classic Spanish tapa or light meal featuring ripe tomatoes hollowed out and filled with a savory mixture, often including tuna, hard-boiled eggs, onions, and herbs, then chilled and served. Originating from various regions of Spain, it's a staple in home cooking and summer gatherings, celebrated for its simplicity and fresh flavors.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is generally moderate in calories (around 200-300 per serving) and provides a good balance of protein from tuna and eggs, healthy fats, and key nutrients like vitamin C from the tomatoes and omega-3s from the fish, making it a nutritious option without being overly heavy in carbs or fat.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 220 kcal |
| Protein | 12 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 11 g |
| Fiber | 5 g |
| Sugar | 9 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Vitamin C | 35 mg |
| Vitamin A | 1200 IU |
| Potassium | 620 mg |
| Iron | 2.5 mg |
| Calcium | 80 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.3 mg |
| Folate | 45 mcg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
Per 2 medium stuffed tomatoes (about 280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Tomates Rellenas is a perfect example of Spain's 'cocina de aprovechamiento' (resourceful cooking), turning humble, seasonal ingredients into an elegant dish, and nutritionally, it's unique for combining the antioxidant power of lycopene in tomatoes with the brain-boosting benefits of omega-3-rich tuna.
