Description
BLT Stuffed Cherry Tomatoes are a delightful twist on the classic sandwich, transforming familiar flavors into bite-sized appetizers. Each juicy cherry tomato is hollowed out and filled with a creamy mixture of crispy bacon, crunchy lettuce, and rich mayonnaise. These colorful treats are simple to prepare and sure to impress your guests at any occasion?from casual gatherings to elegant dinner parties. Serve them chilled for an irresistible snack that bursts with flavor in every bite.
Ingredients
- 12 cherry tomatoes
- 4 slices thick-cut bacon
- 1 cup romaine lettuce, finely shredded
- 3 tbsp mayonnaise
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Rinse the cherry tomatoes under cold water, slice off the tops, and scoop out the seeds with a small spoon.
- Cook bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crispy (about 6-8 minutes). Drain on paper towels and chop into small pieces.
- In a bowl, mix chopped bacon, shredded lettuce, mayonnaise, salt, and pepper until well combined.
- Stuff each hollowed tomato generously with the filling using a spoon or piping bag.
- Chill stuffed tomatoes in the fridge for 30 minutes before serving to enhance flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 8 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Chilling
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 stuffed cherry tomato (30g)
- Calories: 50
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 3g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg