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Herbed tuna in tomatoes

Recipe Information

Description:
Herbed tuna in tomatoes is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 20 minutes of prep time and about 0 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 20 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 6 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 6
Preparation Time 20 Minutes
Cook Time 0 Minutes
Total Time 20 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Tuna; Tomatoes
Category Seafood; Fruit
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Cuisine American
Diet

Ingredients

  • 6 large tomatoes

  • 3 6-oz cans tuna, drained

  • 3 tablespoons capers, chopped

  • 1 cup chopped parsley

  • Zest from 1 lemon

  • ¼ cup lemon juice

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Directions

  • Remove the stem end from each tomato and scoop out the seeds and pulp.

  • Add the tuna, capers, parsley, lemon zest and juice, olive oil, and black pepper to a bowl with the tomato insides.

  • Stir the mixture and spoon it carefully into hollowed out tomatoes.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 149 cal

  • Total fat: 6g

  • Saturated fat: 2g

  • Cholesterol: 45mg

  • Sodium: 637mg

  • Carbohydrate: 9g

  • Fiber: 3g

  • Protein: 23g