Grape Tomato "Blossoms"

Gluten Free
Health score
1%
Grape Tomato "Blossoms"
45 min.
18
58kcal

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Are you looking to impress your guests with a stunning and delicious appetizer that’s as delightful to look at as it is to eat? Look no further than our Grape Tomato "Blossoms"! These delightful treats combine the creamy richness of peppered Boursin cheese with the fresh, aromatic notes of basil, all wrapped up in a savory layer of Genoa salami. Each bite offers a burst of flavor that is sure to linger in the minds of your friends and family long after the last crumb is gone.

What makes these "blossoms" especially appealing is not just their eye-catching appearance but also their considerable versatility. Perfect as an antipasto platter addition, a delightful starter, or a fun snack, these little bites can elevate any gathering. With approximately 58 calories per serving, they are guilt-free indulgence that’s both gluten-free and easy to prepare!

Crafted with fresh ingredients and a touch of creativity, this recipe invites you to embrace your inner chef while offering a unique and refreshing twist on traditional appetizers. Whether enjoyed at a festive gathering or a casual weeknight snack, Grape Tomato "Blossoms" serve to elevate your culinary experience. Prepare to be amazed as your guests pluck these colorful creations one by one, savoring each vibrant and flavorful mouthful!

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup peppered boursin cheese softened (from a 5.2-oz package)
  • 18  long chives fresh
  • 0.3 cup basil fresh finely chopped
  • 18  grape tomatoes 
  • 18 slices genoa salami very thin ()

Equipment

  • plastic wrap

Directions

  1. Stir together cheese and basil until combined well. Put 1/2 teaspoon cheese in center of 1 salami round. Press 1 tomato, stemmed end down, into cheese (to stabilize it), then gather salami up around tomato. Turn wrapped tomato on its side and tie salami with a chive just below gathers (handle chive gently so it won't break), leaving top of tomato exposed. Make more "blossoms" in same manner, then trim chives.
  2. ·Tomato blossoms can be made 4 hours ahead and chilled, loosely covered with plastic wrap.
  3. Let stand at room temperature 15 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Calories58kcal
Protein17.38%
Fat75.69%
Carbs6.93%

Properties

Glycemic Index
10.06
Glycemic Load
0.22
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
2.2730434588764%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.12mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
0.12mg
Myricetin
0.02mg
Quercetin
0.15mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:58.2kcal
2.91%
Fat:4.89g
7.52%
Saturated Fat:2.28g
14.28%
Carbohydrates:1.01g
0.34%
Net Carbohydrates:0.77g
0.28%
Sugar:0.62g
0.69%
Cholesterol:11.64mg
3.88%
Sodium:231.49mg
10.06%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:2.53g
5.05%
Vitamin B1:0.09mg
6.06%
Vitamin A:248.03IU
4.96%
Vitamin K:4.86µg
4.63%
Vitamin B12:0.25µg
4.2%
Vitamin C:2.97mg
3.6%
Selenium:2.3µg
3.28%
Vitamin B6:0.06mg
3.25%
Vitamin B3:0.61mg
3.07%
Zinc:0.42mg
2.77%
Phosphorus:25.46mg
2.55%
Potassium:78.25mg
2.24%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
2.02%
Manganese:0.03mg
1.66%
Copper:0.03mg
1.36%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.14%
Magnesium:4.48mg
1.12%
Iron:0.19mg
1.05%
Source:Epicurious