5 tomato appetizers that are perfect for a festive table

When preparing a menu for a festive table, do not forget about appetizers. They can be prepared from various ingredients, including tomatoes. They are also suitable for the New Year’s menu, as they are distinguished by their richness of flavor. We at joy-pup offer 5 of the most interesting tomato appetizer recipes.

Tomatoes with cheese filling

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes (large) – 5 pcs.
• Curd cheese – 200 g
• Garlic – 1 clove
• Fresh dill – 20 g
• Salt, pepper – to taste

Preparation:

• Cut off the tops of the tomatoes and carefully remove the pulp with a spoon.
• In a bowl, mix together the cream cheese, crushed garlic, finely chopped dill, salt and pepper.
• Stuff the tomatoes with the cheese filling, garnish with a sprig of dill and serve.

Canapes with tomatoes, mozzarella and basil

Ingredients:

• Cherry tomatoes – 20 pcs.
• Mini mozzarella – 20 balls
• Basil leaves – 20 pcs.
• Olive oil – 2 tbsp.
• Balsamic vinegar – 1 tbsp.
• Salt, pepper – to taste

Preparation:

• Put cherry tomatoes, basil leaf and mozzarella ball on skewers.
• Mix olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt and pepper.
• Pour the dressing over the finished canapes before serving.

Tomato appetizer with mozzarella and basil

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes (medium) – 3 pcs.
• Mozzarella cheese – 200 g
• Basil – a few sprigs
• Olive oil – 2 tbsp.
• Balsamic cream – for serving
• Salt – to taste

Preparation:

• Cut the tomatoes and mozzarella into round slices.
• Place the slices on a plate, alternating tomatoes and cheese.
• Decorate with basil leaves, drizzle with olive oil and balsamic cream.

Tomato rolls with ham

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes (large) – 4 pcs.
• Ham – 150 g
• Cream cheese – 100 g
• Lettuce leaves – 4 pcs.

Preparation:

• Cut the tomatoes into thin round slices.
• Cut the ham into strips.
• On each tomato slice, put some cream cheese, a piece of ham and a leaf of lettuce.
• Roll up and secure with a skewer.

Stuffed tomatoes with tuna

Ingredients:

• Tomatoes (large) – 5 pcs.
• Canned tuna – 1 can (150 g)
• Mayonnaise – 2 tbsp.
• Green onions – 10 g
• Lemon juice – 1 tsp.

Preparation:

• Cut off the tops of the tomatoes and remove the pulp.
• Mix the tuna, mayonnaise, finely chopped green onions and lemon juice.
• Put the filling into the tomatoes, garnish with herbs and serve.

To be continued…