Prepare the Tomatoes
- 1
Wash the tomatoes and carefully cut off the tops where the stem was. Using a spoon, scoop out the insides, reserving the pulp in a separate bowl. You can blend the pulp if you like a smoother sauce.
Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes
55 min·61 Views
Delicious stuffed tomatoes filled with a savory mixture of ground beef, quinoa, and spices, baked until tender with a cheesy topping.
Allergens
Halal
Lactose-Free
Gluten-Free
1,949kcal
8 Portions · 1,735 g
Protein
130 g
Carbohydrates
107 g
Fat
103 g
Fiber
28 g
- German Food Composition Database (BLS) – the German national nutrient database.
- Swiss Food Composition Database – for ingredients the BLS does not cover.
- AI matching – every ingredient is matched to the closest database entry.
All nutrition figures are average values calculated from the databases named above, not laboratory measurements. Variety, origin, cut, storage, preparation and the quantities actually used all cause deviations; automatically matched ingredients can add further inaccuracy. We accept no liability for the accuracy or completeness of these figures. They do not constitute medical or nutritional advice. The information on the packaging of the products you use takes precedence; in case of allergies, intolerances, illness, pregnancy or a special diet, consult a suitably qualified professional.
8
g
- Onions2
- Garlic5 cloves
- Beef Minced Meat400 grams
- Quinoa100 grams
- Salt1 dash
- Black Pepper1 dash
- Smoked Paprika1 dash
- Cayenne Pepper1 dash
- Emmental Cheese (Grated)100 grams
- Medium-sized tomatoes9
Make the Filling
- 2
Finely chop the onions. Heat a little butter or oil in a large pan over medium heat and sauté the onions until they are soft and golden.
- 3
Add the pressed garlic and a pinch of salt to the pan and cook for another minute until fragrant.
- 4
Add the ground beef to the pan. Break it up with a spoon and cook until it's browned all over.
- 5
Pour in the blended tomato pulp. Season the mixture generously with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and cayenne pepper. Stir well and let it simmer for a few minutes.
- 6
Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to package instructions in a separate pot with water and a pinch of salt. Drain any excess water.
- 7
Add the cooked quinoa to the pan with the ground beef mixture. Stir everything together to combine the filling evenly.
Assemble and Bake
- 8
Preheat your oven to 180°C (with fan). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- 9
Arrange the hollowed-out tomatoes on the prepared baking tray. Carefully spoon the beef-quinoa filling into each tomato, filling them generously.
- 10
Sprinkle the tops of the stuffed tomatoes with the grated Emmental or Parmesan cheese.
- 11
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the tomatoes are tender and the cheese is melted and golden brown.
25 min - 12
Enjoy these super delicious Quinoa Stuffed Tomatoes. They make a fantastic and satisfying meal!
- 13
A little tip: If you end up with some leftover filling, it's also really tasty stuffed into bell peppers and baked alongside the tomatoes!
Recommended recipes
Can't Decide What to Cook?
Swipe, Match, Cook. The Rocely MealMatcher helps groups settle food debates instantly.