Backyard gardens are about to burst with a bounty of tasty tomatoes. Or maybe your garden already has some cherry tomatoes ready to pick. Whether you need a quick appetizer or something to snack on, these Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes make for an appealing and fresh bite.
Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes
Ingredients
- 24–48 cherry tomatoes
- 1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 1 medium cucumber, peeled and diced
- 3 green onion stalks, diced
- 2 teaspoons minced dill
- fresh dill, for garnish
Instructions
Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out pulp. Invert tomatoes on paper towel to drain.
In medium bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth. Stir in cucumber, green onion and dill. Spoon mixture into tomatoes. Top with fresh dill.
Refrigerate until ready to serve.
DID YOU KNOW?
Cherry tomatoes are full of vitamins and minerals that benefit human health. They contain large levels of vitamin C which helps boost your immune system and reduce inflammation. Tomatoes are also a great source of lycopene which may support bone health and reduce other health risks.