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air fryer stuffed tomatoes: Golden-topped air fryer stuffed tomatoes with melted cheese and fresh basil on a rustic plate.

Ultimate Air Fryer Stuffed Tomatoes - Crispy & Juicy

Chef Marcus
Make these crispy, juicy stuffed tomatoes in minutes. A perfect healthy Air Fryer Dinners recipe that's easy, flavorful, and always a crowd-pleaser.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 12 minutes
Total Time 27 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Small Mixing Bowl

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 4 large beefsteak tomatoes ripe and firm
  • 1 cup cooked quinoa or cooked rice
  • 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese part-skim
  • 2 tbsp fresh basil chopped
  • 1 clove garlic minced
  • 1 tbsp olive oil for brushing
  • 0.25 tsp salt to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
  • Slice the tops off the tomatoes and scoop out the pulp and seeds, leaving a sturdy shell.
  • In a bowl, mix the cooked quinoa, mozzarella, basil, garlic, salt, and pepper.
  • Brush the inside of each tomato with olive oil and stuff generously with the quinoa mixture.
  • Place the stuffed tomatoes in the air fryer basket and cook for 12 minutes until the tops are golden and the filling is heated through.
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