Healthy Couscous Stuffed Tomatoes

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This is a really quick and easy snack. it is inspired from a recipe in rosemary conley's magazine, but i've changed a good few things that i think really enhance the flavours without adding any calories. these are very healthy if you are on ww or a low gi program. they are great as a healthy lunch or as a side for a cookout. i calculated calories at a mere 84 per tomato, with 2g fat, 14g carbs, 4g protein and 2g fibre but not sure what recipezaar will come up with.

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Steps

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Place the couscous in a mixing bowl and add the hot chicken stock.

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Allow to stand until absorbed and then fluff up a bit with a fork.

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Slice the top of the tomatoes and reserve.

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Scoop out the insides of the tomatoes and discard.

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Chop the tops of the tomatoes finely and add to the couscous.

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Add the rest of the ingredients and mix thoroughly.

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Season to your taste.

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Place the filling inside the tomatoes and bake at 200c / 400f for 10-15 minutes , until tomatoes are soft , but still holding their shape.

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Garnish with basil and more lemon zest if desired.

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Ingredients

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tomatoes, couscous, chicken stock, scallions, ricotta cheese, basil leaves, fresh parsley, lemon, zest of, salt and black pepper