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7 Spice Chickpea & Bulgur Stuffed Tomatoes

  • Category Main / Vegan / Mediterranean

  • Servings 4

  • Prep Time 25 minutes

  • Cook Time 30 minutes

Intro

A vibrant vegetarian dish inspired by Levantine flavors, these stuffed tomatoes combine protein-rich chickpeas, nutty bulgur, and the aromatic punch of 7 spice. Baked until perfectly tender, they make a satisfying, hearty meal or eye-catching side.

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Ingredients

  • 4 large tomatoes
  • ½ cup cooked bulgur
  • ½ cup canned chickpeas, mashed
  • 1 small onion, finely chopped
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 ½ tsp 7 spice
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Chopped parsley, for garnish

Instructions

  • Prep the Tomatoes
    Cut off tomato tops and scoop out insides. Reserve pulp and set shells aside.
  • Make the Filling
    In a skillet, sauté onion and garlic in olive oil until soft. Add chickpeas, bulgur, reserved tomato pulp, tomato paste, 7 spice, salt, and pepper. Cook until mixture thickens.
  • Stuff the Tomatoes
    Fill each tomato with the mixture and place in a baking dish.
  • Bake
    Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25–30 minutes until tomatoes are tender and filling is golden.
  • Serve
    Garnish with chopped parsley and serve warm.

Notes

Serving Suggestions

Delicious alongside a tangy yogurt sauce or green salad with lemon dressing.

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