Mexican Plum-Tomato Cups

Vegetarian
Gluten Free
Health score
2%
Mexican Plum-Tomato Cups
15 min.
20
32kcal

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Looking for a vibrant and refreshing appetizer that will impress your guests? Look no further than these delightful Mexican Plum-Tomato Cups! Perfectly suited for any occasion, these vegetarian and gluten-free bites are not only easy to prepare but also bursting with flavor. With just 15 minutes of prep time, you can create a stunning dish that serves up to 20 people, making it ideal for parties, gatherings, or even a casual snack.

Each cup features the juicy sweetness of ripe plum tomatoes, hollowed out to create a perfect vessel for a creamy avocado filling. The combination of finely chopped cucumber, zesty jalapeño, and fresh cilantro adds a refreshing crunch and a hint of spice that will tantalize your taste buds. Topped with a luscious blend of sour cream and lime, these cups are a delightful fusion of textures and flavors that will leave everyone wanting more.

At only 32 calories per serving, you can indulge guilt-free while enjoying a colorful and nutritious treat. Whether served as an antipasti, starter, or snack, these Mexican Plum-Tomato Cups are sure to be a hit at your next gathering. So grab your ingredients and get ready to impress with this simple yet elegant dish that celebrates the vibrant flavors of Mexican cuisine!

Ingredients

  • 10 medium plum tomatoes (Roma)
  • cup avocado pitted ripe peeled finely chopped
  • 0.5 cup cucumber finely chopped
  • medium jalapeno seeded finely chopped
  • tablespoons cilantro leaves fresh chopped
  • tablespoons juice of lime 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.5 cup cream sour
  • teaspoons whipping cream 
  • 0.5 teaspoon lime zest grated
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 

Equipment

  • bowl

Directions

  1. Cut each tomato in half crosswise. Using teaspoon, scoop out seeds and pulp from each tomato half, leaving enough tomato for a firm shell. If necessary, cut small slice from bottom so tomato half stands upright.
  2. In medium bowl, mix remaining tomato cup ingredients. In small bowl, mix topping ingredients. Spoon about 1 tablespoon avocado mixture into each tomato shell. Top each with about 1 teaspoon topping.

Nutrition Facts

Calories32kcal
Protein7.15%
Fat65.03%
Carbs27.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
9.45
Glycemic Load
0.39
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
2.2486956406223%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.02mg
Epicatechin
0.03mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.01mg
Eriodictyol
0.03mg
Hesperetin
0.16mg
Naringenin
0.22mg
Luteolin
0.01mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.25mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:31.67kcal
1.58%
Fat:2.47g
3.8%
Saturated Fat:0.87g
5.41%
Carbohydrates:2.38g
0.79%
Net Carbohydrates:1.45g
0.53%
Sugar:1.18g
1.31%
Cholesterol:3.96mg
1.32%
Sodium:120.41mg
5.24%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:0.61g
1.22%
Vitamin C:6.47mg
7.84%
Vitamin A:327.12IU
6.54%
Vitamin K:4.69µg
4.47%
Fiber:0.93g
3.71%
Potassium:125.91mg
3.6%
Folate:11.94µg
2.98%
Vitamin B6:0.05mg
2.6%
Manganese:0.05mg
2.53%
Vitamin E:0.38mg
2.53%
Copper:0.04mg
1.85%
Magnesium:6.84mg
1.71%
Phosphorus:17.13mg
1.71%
Vitamin B3:0.33mg
1.67%
Vitamin B5:0.16mg
1.65%
Vitamin B2:0.03mg
1.64%
Vitamin B1:0.02mg
1.3%
Calcium:11.03mg
1.1%