Rice-Stuffed Tomatoes

Discover a new favourite with these Vegan Rice-Stuffed Tomatoes. Ripe, juicy tomatoes are hollowed out and filled with a savoury mixture of herbed rice, earthy mushrooms and protein-rich tofu, creating a perfect balance of flavours and textures. Baked to perfection, these stuffed tomatoes offer a hearty, satisfying meal that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Ideal for a dinner party or a cosy weeknight dinner, this dish showcases the best of plant-based cooking with its wholesome ingredients and vibrant taste. Enjoy a burst of Mediterranean-inspired goodness in every bite!

Organic Brown Basmati Rice 1kg (Sussex Wholefoods)

100g rice

Organic Demeter Smoked Tofu 200g (Taifun)

200g smoked tofu

Organic Pure Bouillon Powder 250g (Sussex Wholefoods)

1tsp Bouillon Powder

Organic Mixed Herbs 50g (Sussex Wholefoods)

1tsp Mixed Herbs

Fine Pink Himalayan Salt 1kg (Sussex Wholefoods)

salt to taste

Organic Black Pepper Powder 100g (Sussex Wholefoods)

pepper to taste

Greek Extra Virgin Olive Oil 1 Litre (Attis)

1tbsp Olive Oil

Other Ingredients

• 6 big tomatoes
• 100g mushrooms
• 1 red pepper
• 1 onion
• 2 garlic cloves

Method

1. Preheat your oven to 190°C.
2. Wash the tomatoes and cut off the tops. Carefully scoop out the insides with a spoon, keeping the shells intact. Reserve the tomato pulp and juices for the filling.
3. Lightly sprinkle the insides of the hollowed tomatoes with a little salt and turn them upside down on a paper towel to drain while you prepare the filling.

Making the Filling:

1. Cook your rice until soft.
2. Heat 1 tablespoons of olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
3. Add the chopped onion and cook until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
4. Add the grated smoked tofu, garlic, bell pepper, and mushrooms. Cook for another 10 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
5. Stir in the cooked rice. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. Add the reserved tomato pulp, herbs, salt, and pepper, bouillon and 50ml water. Cook until water evaporates.

Stuffing and Baking the Tomatoes:

1. Spoon the filling mixture into the hollowed-out tomatoes, packing them lightly.
2. Place the stuffed tomatoes in a baking dish.
3. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-40 minutes.
4. Enjoy!