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Recipe: Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna Salad

July 27, 2011 By Kristi Rimkus 43 Comments

This fresh tuna salad is stuffed into sweet tomatoes, making it a calorie-friendly super tasty meal. 

Tomatoes Stuffed with Fresh and Creamy Tuna Salad

It’s been months that you’ve listened to my complaints about the lack of sun here in Seattle, yet I feel a tremendous compassion for my friends in other parts of our lovely country who are experiencing just the opposite – extreme heat waves. It appears there is no happy medium this summer for any of us.

For my friends who are sweltering in the heat, I’ve created this healthy – no oven or grill involved – tasty stuffed tomatoes with tuna salad recipe.

Tuna Salad Stuffed Tomatoes

Tuna Salad Stuffed Tomatoes

I’m afraid sweet, sun-kissed tomatoes haven’t blessed my garden yet, so these tomatoes are from the farmer’s market. While they taste good, you can tell by the flavor that they’re truly missing the heat that makes them sweet.

Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna Salad

Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna Salad

This tuna salad is slimmed down by chopping deep green kale, parsley and celery into the mix. The addition of light cream cheese adds a sweet creamy texture and flavor, along with some spicy Dijon mustard and creamy low-calorie mayonnaise.

Tuna Salad Stuffed Tomato

Tuna Salad Stuffed Tomato

Healthy cooking tip . . .

I see nothing wrong with adding mayonnaise to a recipe when it’s done in moderation. I opt for new offerings on the market that contain olive oil. They are typically lower in calories and I like the addition of heart-healthy fats. Just don’t be fooled, even quality products like  Hellmann’s and Kraft use a blend of oils and aren’t 100% olive oil and contain canola and soybean oil.

Happy cooking!

Serves 4

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Ingredients

  • 4 large tomatoes
  • 10 ounces water packed tuna, drained
  • ¼ cup parsley, chopped
  • ½ cup kale, finely chopped
  • ½ cup whole wheat bread crumbs
  • ½ cup celery, finely chopped
  • 3 tablespoons light cream cheese, softened
  • 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
  • 4 tablespoons light mayonnaise
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice

Instructions

  1. 1. Cut the very top off the tomatoes and scoop out the middle. The tomato should form a cup, so don't scoop out too much of the flesh.
  2. 2. Combine the remaining ingredients and stuff into the tomatoes. Chill and serve.
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Amount Per Serving

Calories: 231, Weight Watchers PointsPlus 6
Total Fat: 5.61g
Cholesterol: 30mg
Sodium: 444mg
Total Carbs: 21.73g
Dietary Fiber: 3.34g
Sugars: 7.24g
Protein: 22.95g
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The statements made here are strictly my opinion and are not meant to replace medical advice from your physician. Please see disclaimer for further details. Nutrition information is compiled with MacGourmet. If you find discrepancies, please let me know. It’s important to  me that I provide you with accurate information.

Filed Under: 300 Calories or Less, Healthy Recipes, Healthy Salads, Healthy Seafood, Light Up Your Spring, Readers Top Picks, Recipes by Calories, Summer Salads

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  1. The Mom Chef ~ Taking on Magazines One Recipe at a Time says

    July 27, 2011 at 7:11 am

    I agree with you wholeheartedly about the mayonnaise. I actually prefer Hellmann's olive oil variety. I've never added kale to tuna salad, but with all its benefits I'm more than willing to give it a try. Thanks for sharing the recipe (especially since we do have beautiful tomatoes from the garden.
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 27, 2011 at 7:56 pm

      If you use kale make sure to chop it into small pieces, it's a bit tougher than spinach. I picked out the more tender leaves. Lucky you to have wonderful tomatoes!
      Reply
  2. Kevin (BBQ Smoker Site) says

    July 27, 2011 at 8:19 am

    I put down at least two large cans of tuna per week. Luckily, central Florida is a great place for good quality tomatoes. Will try this recipe out very soon!
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 27, 2011 at 7:55 pm

      It was certainly easy enough. If you aren't a kale fan, spinach would work just as well.
      Reply
  3. Kelly says

    July 27, 2011 at 8:20 am

    This looks fantastic! Love your photos :)
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    • krimkus says

      July 27, 2011 at 7:55 pm

      Thank you for the picture comment. I'm trying to improve my sadly limited photography skills!
      Reply
  4. Phyllis says

    July 27, 2011 at 9:38 am

    Tomatoes are one of the very best edible containers for foods! When you mention tomatoes needing heat to make them sweet, Kristi, I am reminded of growing up in the very warm Yakima Valley. I would take a salt shaker out with me and park myself in the tomato patch. Warm tomatoes sprinkled with a bit of salt! Nothing like sweet tomato juice dribbling down your chin! Ahhhh, pure heaven!
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    • krimkus says

      July 27, 2011 at 7:54 pm

      Oh my, would I have been in heaven there with you, wouldn't I? I can so picture you sitting in the garden - sun shining down - what a lovely picture. :)
      Reply
  5. Hester Casey @ Alchemy in the Kitchen says

    July 27, 2011 at 9:48 am

    Kristi, I am saving this recipe to make the best use of my small crop of greenhouse tomatoes when they are fully ripe, or until I can find a gardener with a glut of delicious fruits. Yum.
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 27, 2011 at 7:52 pm

      Lucky you! I think I'd need a green house to get any tomatoes this year. One of these days I'll post a picture of my sweet little, pathetic little garden. Hopefully Seattle will have a warm August and September to rescue my garden.
      Reply
  6. Corina says

    July 27, 2011 at 11:53 am

    I love these huge tomatoes when they are stuffed. It makes a great healthy meal.
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 27, 2011 at 7:51 pm

      I love those little Campari tomatoes. This would make a good appetizer in those too.
      Reply
  7. Emily Malloy @Cleanliness says

    July 27, 2011 at 1:04 pm

    DELICIOUS! And beautiful.
    Reply
  8. Kate@Diethood says

    July 27, 2011 at 2:30 pm

    That is truly delicious! I want it now! :)
    Reply
  9. Michael says

    July 27, 2011 at 3:32 pm

    wow...this recipe sounds really good and the photos actually made me wanna try it! Tomatoes stuffed with tuna salad- here I come :) Many thanks!
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 27, 2011 at 7:49 pm

      It was easy and cheap enough to make - healthy too! Thank you for visiting. :)
      Reply
  10. Ann says

    July 27, 2011 at 6:58 pm

    I would have to make this with chicken due to allergies, but I LOVE that you added Kale to it - SO clever and tasty! Buzzed this one - it's a winner!
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 27, 2011 at 7:49 pm

      Great idea to use chicken. I have a recipe for stuffed Campari tomatoes that uses chicken and tarragon that you might like.
      Reply
  11. wok with ray says

    July 27, 2011 at 8:48 pm

    Looks very health and delicious. Love how you shot that stuffed tomato.
    Reply
  12. Lea Ann says

    July 28, 2011 at 5:49 am

    This is such a great summer meal. Thanks for the reminder, as I'm actually starting to get fresh tomatoes.
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 28, 2011 at 6:21 am

      I'm so glad you are seeing tomatoes, I'm still hopeful! Enjoy your weekend!
      Reply
  13. Medeja says

    July 28, 2011 at 6:04 am

    Yummy! Idea is great! Recipe lovely! And pictures really inviting to have something!
    Reply
  14. MaryMoh says

    July 28, 2011 at 6:51 am

    Oh dear, I am complaining about the cold here in Northern Scotland. Doesn't look like summer at all. I would rather have some heat and be able to go out for some sun tan.....hmmm. Love your stuffed tomatoes. How funny...I also saw stuffed tomatoes T Drick's blog. Great minds think alike! :D
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    • krimkus says

      July 28, 2011 at 7:11 pm

      That's too funny again - I just posted the same comment on Drick's blog. He's getting the heat and you and I would surely love to share some of it with him. :)
      Reply
  15. Drick says

    July 28, 2011 at 11:52 am

    oh yes, this is one for me, it is really hot as the dickens down here although today we are blessed with rain making it a bit cooler... I do like to add crunch factor in salads and this tuna salad sounds just right...
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 28, 2011 at 7:10 pm

      You and I are sure on the same page. Just posted a comment about your terrific corn stuffed tomato salad!
      Reply
  16. Trix says

    July 28, 2011 at 12:26 pm

    LOVE the kale in this. I have recently become obsessed with raw kale, it's soooo good and yet I have never put it in tuna.
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      July 28, 2011 at 7:09 pm

      It is good. I like the more tender leaves when I'm using it raw. They seem to be less bitter.
      Reply
  17. torviewtoronto says

    July 28, 2011 at 12:32 pm

    delicious filling meal
    Reply
  18. Irena says

    July 28, 2011 at 10:34 pm

    Kristi, this is fantastic combination and the way to stuff tomatoes....brilliant:)
    Reply
  19. Alexia@Best Smokeless Cigarettes says

    July 29, 2011 at 2:35 am

    Wow your Tomatoes Stuffed with Tuna Salad look absolutely delicious! This is really a tunatastic recipe, and two thumbs up for the great presentation! Thank you for sharing this delicious and healthy recipe.
    Reply
  20. Angie's Recipes says

    July 29, 2011 at 10:43 am

    I adore the idea of stuffing the tomatoes with tuna salad. Very pleasant and delicious.
    Reply
  21. Sandra says

    July 29, 2011 at 3:58 pm

    Love this Kristi and your pictures are great!
    Reply
  22. Curt says

    July 30, 2011 at 8:30 am

    That looks so cool and fresh. It definitely gets my mouth watering for tuna salad.
    Reply
  23. Mark says

    July 31, 2011 at 7:28 pm

    That looks great idea for use of the tomatoes!  Thanks for sharing.
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      August 1, 2011 at 8:18 am

      Thanks Mark - have a good week!
      Reply
  24. claire says

    August 1, 2011 at 1:18 pm

    This is SUCH a great idea!!! It is so much lighter than using bread!
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      August 1, 2011 at 8:03 pm

      Even my bread loving hubby liked it. :)
      Reply
  25. Mark says

    August 1, 2011 at 7:24 pm

    That looks great idea, for use of the tomatoes! Thanks for sharing..
    Reply
  26. Tammi says

    December 29, 2011 at 9:50 am

    This looks soooooo good! I love tuna and I've never seen it presented this way and can't wait to try it! Plus you cut out the bread! Great site btw!! Can't wait to try more!
    Reply
    • krimkus says

      December 30, 2011 at 9:40 am

      Thank you Tammi. I'm so glad you are visiting! I make one with leftover chicken too. That's my hubby's favorite.
      Reply
  27. Linda Castello says

    May 11, 2016 at 6:07 pm

    This looks delicious, but WITH WHOLE WHEAT BREAD CRUMBS IT IS NOT GLUTEN FREE!! Surely everyone who truly must avoid gluten would know this, but you mention that is is gluten free in the description.
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    • Kristi Rimkus says

      May 11, 2016 at 8:08 pm

      Hi Linda - you are so right and thank you for catching my mistake. I was writing the description and had completely forgotten there were bread crumbs in the mix. I appreciate your catch and have changed the description. Thank you!
      Reply

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