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vegan, savory · May 18, 2015

Cherry Tomato Bites

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I saw this multicolored mixture of tomatoes, and I knew that a tiny tomato recipe was in order.

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I know appetizer-esque recipes like this aren’t the usual FF style, but I like to surprise you guys every once in a while with something savory instead of sweet. Something topped with scallions instead of sprinkles. And as I said, the pretty colors drew me in.

 

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The package was very vague about what type of tomato was inside. All it said was “Artisan Series Tomato Collection”. Now doesn’t that  sound fancy and pretentious? I’m guessing they are a mixture of cherry and grape based on the shape and flavor.

If you aren’t using pretentious tomatoes, then I’d suggest cherry tomatoes. They are slightly larger, which makes them easier to de-seed and fill. And I just prefer the flavor.

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Cherry Tomato Bites

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  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
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Ingredients

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  • 2–3 dozen cherry tomatoes
  • 1 15 oz . can of chickpeas
  • 3 tbsps lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2–3 tablespoons water
  • 1 clove garlic (optional)
  • 2 stalks of green onion

Instructions

  1. Drain and rinse the chickpeas.
  2. In a food processor, combine the chickpeas, lemon juice, garlic (if using), salt, and pepper.
  3. Begin to process. Add the water one tablespoon at a time to achieve a creamy, hummus consistency.
  4. Halve and de-seed the tomatoes. Dry the tomato halves off with a paper towel to remove any excess tomato goopiness.
  5. Fill a plastic bag with the chickpea mixture. Slice off one corner and squeeze to fill each tomato half.
  6. Finely dice the green onion and garnish.

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  1. [email protected] vegan does it says

    May 18, 2015 at 4:34 pm

    Lol pretentious tomatoes! These look delish…I love colorful foods and chickpeas!

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    • [email protected] says

      May 18, 2015 at 5:46 pm

      I LOVE colorful foods too, that’s why I bought these tomatoes before I even knew what I was going to do with them 😀 And I love chickpeas…even though they’re beige.

      Reply
  2. Kelly // The Pretty Bee: Cooking & Creating says

    May 18, 2015 at 10:31 pm

    These are absolutely adorable! I’ve never even thought of stuffing cherry tomatoes! They look delish!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      May 18, 2015 at 11:26 pm

      Thanks Kelly! All together the texture reminds me a bit of deviled eggs…but in a much more vegan way 🙂

      Reply
  3. Heidi says

    May 19, 2015 at 12:48 am

    Yum! Can’t wait for my cherry tomato’s ripen. These little guys will make the best finger food. Thank you
    for such a great idea. 🙂

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      May 19, 2015 at 1:28 am

      Thank you Heidi! Are you growing your own cherry tomatoes? If so that is AWESOME! Fresh tomatoes are the best I wish I was better with plants, but most fruit and veggies plants only last one season in my care 😀 haha Enjoy!

      Reply
      • Heidi says

        May 19, 2015 at 1:38 am

        I’ve gone overboard with the tomato plants, I’ve planted 8, with 2 of them being the cherry ones.. I spend WAY too much time in my garden, but I love it!!!. It’s fun to pick Swiss chard or kale or whatever and go in the house to prepare it for a meal. Your recipe ideas have really come in handy! Thank you! 🙂

        Reply
        • [email protected] says

          May 19, 2015 at 1:45 am

          You are my gardening idol! I try growing things every year, and they’re usually dead before the season is over. But I did have a roma tomato plant one year, and the tomatoes were so sweet and delicious! I would love to be able to walk outside, pick stuff, and come back in and make a salad, that sounds amazing! And I’m so glad you’re using the recipes, makes me so happy to hear 🙂

          Reply
  4. Petra @honeywithspice says

    May 19, 2015 at 3:32 pm

    Hi Natalie, this is so cute I can see making a big tray of these and snacking all day. Chickpeas are my favourite legume as I tend to avoid beans. This would make a lovely party food as well. Cute x

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    • [email protected] says

      May 19, 2015 at 4:20 pm

      I was totally thinking party food too! Not that I actually brought them to a party, I just snacked on them finger-food style from my fridge 😀 haha Thanks Petra xoxo

      Reply
  5. Lucie says

    May 19, 2015 at 4:13 pm

    These are so adorable Natalie! I would never have thought of a tomato-chickpea combo 🙂 great inspiration

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    • [email protected] says

      May 19, 2015 at 4:19 pm

      Thanks Lucie! It was actually inspired by my grandma, who has an old recipe for canellini bean stuffed tomatoes. I adapted a little-veganized and mini-sized it, and they are quite yummy!

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      • Lucie says

        May 19, 2015 at 4:38 pm

        That’s brilliant, grandma’s are my endless recipe inspiration too 🙂

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  6. Rebecca @ Strength and Sunshine says

    May 19, 2015 at 6:48 pm

    O my gosh! I’m dieing of cuteness! I thought these said cheesy tomato bites (which you should add some nooch to the chickpea mix!). But regardless….The cuteitude of these little guys is beyond <3 Like the total best little party appetizer!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      May 19, 2015 at 7:10 pm

      Cheesy tomato bites is brilliant! I actually really don’t like nutritional yeast, but I have a feeling most vegans would LOVE that addition!!! I wish I liked it, so I try it again every few months…but nope 🙁 Thanks Rebecca xoxo

      Reply
  7. Vanessa @ VeganFamilyRecipes.com says

    May 20, 2015 at 3:11 pm

    These look beautiful! Look like the perfect little appetizer or snack. I’m sure my boys will go crazy for them 🙂

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      May 20, 2015 at 4:15 pm

      Thanks Vanessa! Everyone loves finger foods it seems, kids and adults alike 🙂

      Reply
  8. Sophia @ Veggies Don't Bite says

    May 21, 2015 at 4:04 am

    These are so cute!! It looks like you found a good use for all those chickpeas you have been collecting. LOL I bet my kids would love these! But the way, have you seen that cook trick using a plate to cut cherry tomatoes? It’s awesome!

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      May 21, 2015 at 4:07 am

      Thanks Sophia! I have heard of that trick, but my knife was so dull I don’t think it would’ve worked 🙂 haha

      Reply
  9. Kat from curlsnchard.com says

    May 21, 2015 at 1:51 pm

    I love that “something topped with scallions instead of sprinkles” 😀 I first thought it was chopped up chives and wondered how tiny those tomatoes are if chives looked this size on them! I’m not a major chickpea fan, but I love the idea to fill tomatoes with something creamy 🙂

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      May 21, 2015 at 2:38 pm

      Haha 😀 Those would have to be some jumbo chives or itty bitty tomatoes! I made something similar a long time ago with Roma tomatoes and a cauliflower puree filling and that was really yummy as a chickpea-less alternative 🙂

      Reply
  10. Audrey @ Unconventional Baker says

    May 22, 2015 at 4:33 am

    How cute ♥ And aren’t tomatoes a fruit anyhow? 😉

    Reply
    • [email protected] says

      May 22, 2015 at 2:06 pm

      SO TRUE! You’re right I hadn’t even thought of that, but it’s perfect!

      Reply
  11. Bianca @ ElephantasticVegan says

    May 23, 2015 at 4:30 pm

    They are so cute! Love the different colors of the mini tomatoes. What a great idea, Natalie! <3

    Reply

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