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Low-carb appetizer with protein and calcium from cheese and vitamin C from tomatoes
In season: Summer
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
100 g of Cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes has 145 calories. It contains 4.8 g of carbs, 7.2 g of protein, 11 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 19% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 100 g
145
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.8g
· 2% DV
Protein
7.2g
· 14% DV
Fat
11g
· 14% DV
Fiber
1.1g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 13% · Protein 20% · Fat 67%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 145 kcal | |
| Total fat | 11 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 6.2 g | 31% |
| Trans fat | 0.2 g | |
| Sodium | 320 mg | 14% |
| Total carbohydrate | 4.8 g | 2% |
| Fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Protein | 7.2 g | 14% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 serving (medium) | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 4 piece (small) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 75 g | 109 kcal |
| 6 piece (medium) | 90 g | 131 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| 8 piece (large) | 120 g | 174 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 140 g | 203 kcal |
| 10 piece (extra large) | 150 g | 218 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 160 g | 232 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes are classified as a processed appetizer; to make them, cut off each tomato top, scoop out the seeds, and pipe or spoon in a cheese mixture. Chill them before serving so the filling firms up and the tomatoes stay cool.
Cream cheese works especially well in cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes because it pipes smoothly and holds its shape. You can also use soft goat cheese or a thick, well-drained ricotta; season salty cheeses lightly before adding extra salt.
To hollow cherry tomatoes for cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes, slice off a small cap and scoop out the seeds with a small spoon or melon baller. Leave the walls intact, then turn the tomatoes cut-side down briefly to drain before filling.
Yes, you can prepare the filling and hollow the tomatoes ahead, but store them separately in covered containers in the refrigerator. Fill the tomatoes close to serving time; this helps prevent the shells from softening and the filling from becoming watery.
Cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes turn watery when seed pulp remains inside, the tomatoes are very ripe, or the filling sits in them for too long. Scoop and blot the shells dry, drain wet cheese, and add the filling shortly before serving.
Keep cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes covered and refrigerated, and avoid leaving them at room temperature for an extended period. Their texture deteriorates as the tomatoes release moisture, so they are best eaten soon after preparation.
Yes, cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes can be baked, although they are more commonly served fresh and chilled. Baking softens the tomato shells and can release liquid, so use a filling that tolerates heat and keep the cooking brief.
Cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes pair well with crackers, toasted bread, olives, and other small appetizers. Serve them on a party platter or alongside a salad; fresh herbs add flavor without making the filling heavier.
Use a thick cheese mixture and make sure the hollowed tomatoes are dry before filling cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes. A piping bag gives more control, and chilling the finished tomatoes helps the filling set and stay in place.
Freezing cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes is not recommended. Once thawed, the tomato shells tend to become soft and watery, while the cheese filling may turn grainy; prepare them fresh for the best texture.
Vitamins
B12
0.45µg · 19% DV
B2
0.18mg · 14% DV
Vitamin C
11mg · 12% DV
Vitamin A
95µg · 11% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
125mg · 18% DV
Calcium
150mg · 15% DV
Sodium
320mg · 14% DV
Selenium
6µg · 11% DV
Potassium ⭐
220mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Cheese-stuffed cherry tomatoes are small tomatoes hollowed out and filled with cheese, sometimes mixed with herbs or seasonings. They are a simple chilled appetiser rather than a dish with one clearly established place of origin, and the filling varies from kitchen to kitchen.
Their juicy, gently sweet bite contrasts with the savoury, creamy centre. They work well on a party platter, as a Mediterranean-style appetiser, or alongside a light lunch; in Turkey, similar bites may also appear at breakfast or as part of a meze spread. The cheese contributes protein and calcium, while the tomatoes provide vitamin C, and the combination is relatively low in carbohydrate. For a lighter filling, use a modest amount of cheese and add fresh herbs.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 3
Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
6.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.1g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.