Cherry Tomato Appetizers Recipes

CHERRY TOMATO BITES

Steps:

• Cut off the top 1/4 of each tomato and a very small slice off of the bottoms, if needed, to sit upright. Scoop out pulp using a baby spoon or grapefruit spoon. Place tomatoes cut-side down on paper towels to drain.
• Combine salad dressing, bacon bits, green onions, Parmesan cheese, and parsley in a bowl. Spoon evenly into tomatoes. Cover and chill in a refrigerator until ready to serve.

CUCUMBER-STUFFED CHERRY TOMATOES

Steps:

• Cut a thin slice off the top of each tomato. Scoop out and discard pulp; invert tomatoes onto paper towels to drain. , In a small bowl, combine cream cheese and mayonnaise until smooth; stir in the cucumber, onion and dill. Spoon into tomatoes. Refrigerate until serving.

CHERRY TOMATO APPETIZER

Steps:

• 1. Wash tomatoes, cut a small slice from the top of each tomato; scoop out pulp with a small spoon or melon baller, and discard pulp. Place tomatoes, cut sides down, on paper towels, and let drain 15 minutes.
• 2. Mix remaining ingredients.
• 3. Stuff tomatoes with mixture.
• 4. Garnish with paprika and parsley.
• 5. Cover with plastic wrap, and chill 1 hour.

EASIEST STUFFED CHERRY TOMATOES APPETIZER

Steps:

• Cut and discard a small slice from bottom of each cherry tomato to make the tomato sit level.
• scoop out pulp with a melon baller making a tiny cup or well in the tomato sprinkle cup with salt and pepper to taste.
• stuff cups with Mozzarella cheese, fresh basil, drizzle with oil and top with one piece of sliced basil for presentation.
• Serve on a platter.

BACON-STUFFED CHERRY TOMATO APPETIZERS

Steps:

• Cut tops off tomatoes; discard tops. Scoop out seeds from tomatoes; place tomatoes, cut sides down, on paper towels to drain.
• Meanwhile, combine bacon, dressing, cheese and onions. Refrigerate 30 min.
• Spoon bacon mixture into tomatoes.

CHERRY TOMATO APPETIZERS

Steps:

• Cut thin slice from stem end of each tomato.
• Remove pulp, and invert on paper towel to drain.
• Combine all other ingredients to form a creamy consistency.
• Stuff tomatoes using a small spoon.
• Garnish with parsley.
• Make ahead and chill.

CHERRY TOMATO BRUSCHETTA APPETIZER

Steps:

• Optional: Add quartered cherry tomatoes in a colander to drain out any excess water. I prefer doing this so the mixture doesn't get too watery.
• Add the drained tomatoes, garlic, basil leaves, olive oil, balsamic vinegar, black pepper, and salt to a medium bowl and mix well.
• You can prepare this ahead of time so the flavors soak up well or use it immediately! Top it over your favorite toasted bread, crackers, or make it into a bruschetta flatbread.