Looking to add some south-of-the-border flair to your next meal?
Try stuffing tomatoes with a hearty, zesty taco filling for a fun twist on Taco Night! These Taco Stuffed Tomatoes are easy to throw together, full of flavor, and a creative way to use the abundance of summer tomatoes.
Read on for the full recipe and tips for making this cheesy, meaty stuffed tomato perfection.
When Is the Best Time to Make These Zesty Stuffed Tomatoes?
Late summer, when tomatoes are at their juicy peak of freshness, is the absolute best season for making these stuffed beauties.
Choose firm, ripe tomatoes with bright color and no soft spots for the best results.
The fresh tomato flavor pairs perfectly with the spicy taco spices.
Though you can make these any time of year with decent grocery store tomatoes too.
Just know that peak season tomatoes take these stuffed treats over the top!
What Are Some Ideal Toppings for Serving Them Up?
A stuffed tomato entrée begs for all your favorite taco accompaniments! For starters, I recommend serving them on a bed of crisp lettuce for a pop of color contrast.
Then let guests garnish their tomatoes as desired with options like shredded cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream, olives, diced onions, cilantro – the sky’s the limit! The cool, creamy toppings balance beautifully with the warm, hearty tomato and beef filling.
How Do I Know What Size Tomatoes to Use?
The most common tomatoes for stuffing are large beefsteak or heirloom varieties, which provide enough room for a generous portion of filling.
I recommend tomatoes around 3-4 inches in diameter – any smaller and they won’t hold much filling.
Too large and the tomato shell may break down during baking. When prepping the tomatoes, aim to leave around 1⁄4 inch of flesh so the walls don’t get too flimsy.
What Meat Can I Use in The Filling Besides Ground Beef?
While seasoned ground beef makes a classic taco stuffed tomato filling, you can mix up the protein too.
Ground turkey or chicken, crumbled sausage, or even diced or shredded pork or steak work nicely.
The key is browning the meat well along with onion and garlic, then tossing it with taco seasoning and other fillings like corn, beans, spinach etc. before stuffing it into the tomatoes.
Ingredients:
Ground Beef: 1 lb.
Large Tomatoes: 4
Taco Seasoning Packet: 1
Raw Spinach: 4 cups
Corn: ½ cup
Shredded Cheddar Cheese: ½ cup
Parsley (for garnish)
Instructions:
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