Baked Tomatoes with Parmesan, Mozzarella, and Fresh Basil
These Baked Tomatoes with Parmesan, Mozzarella, and Fresh Basil are a quick and flavorful dish, combining juicy roasted tomatoes with melted cheese and fresh herbs. Ready in under 25 minutes, they’re perfect as a vegetarian appetizer, keto side dish, or low-carb snack that looks as good as it tastes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10–13 minutes
- Total Time: 20–23 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Appetizer, Side Dish, Vegetarian Main
- Method: Baked, Roasted
- Cuisine: Italian-Inspired, Mediterranean
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 large Roma tomatoes, sliced
- 1 cup freshly shredded Parmesan cheese
- 1 cup freshly shredded mozzarella cheese
- 1/2 cup chopped fresh basil
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Slice the Roma tomatoes and arrange them evenly on the baking sheet.
- Top each tomato slice with a generous layer of Parmesan, followed by mozzarella. Sprinkle chopped basil over the cheese.
- Lightly drizzle olive oil over the top of each tomato.
- Bake for 8–10 minutes, until cheese is melted and bubbling.
- Optional: Switch to broil for 2–3 minutes to lightly brown the cheese. Watch carefully to avoid burning.
- Serve hot as a cheesy, herby, and fresh side or appetizer.
Notes
- Tomato Options: Use beefsteak or heirloom tomatoes—just slice evenly.
- Cheese Swaps: Provolone or fontina are great alternatives.
- Flavor Boosts: Add pesto, minced garlic, or a pinch of chili flakes before baking.
- Crunch Option: Sprinkle seasoned panko or breadcrumbs on top before baking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 380mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
