Source: diabete.net; blog.giallozafferano.it

Presentation

Side dish based on tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, garlic, breadcrumbs. basil, pepper, grated Parmigiano Reggiano PDO

Ingredients

for 4 people:

2-4 tomatoes

2 tablespoons of extra virgin olive oil,

1 clove of garlic

Breadcrumbs to taste

Basil to taste

Pepper to taste

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO to taste

Method

Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise.

Gently squeeze and remove the seeds.

Place them on a non-stick rack.

Prepare the olive oil, garlic, basil and pepper in a cup.

Grease the cut part of the tomato with the mix

Grill for 5 minutes, keeping the grill at least 6 cm from the heat.

In the meantime, mix the breadcrumbs and Parmigiano Reggiano

Sprinkle it over the grilled tomatoes

Let it cook for another 2 minutes.

Serve

Allergens

Garlic: very rare cases of garlic reactivity reported

Basil: possible cross-reaction in case of allergy to parietaria or spices

Extra virgin olive oil: unusual allergy; intolerance not described

Breadcrumbs: cereals containing gluten included in EU Regulation 1169/2011

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: contains milk allergens

Pepper (green, pink, black, grey, white): possible cross-reactivity in case of spice intolerance

Tomatoes: possible cross-reaction in case of sensitivity to grasses

Notes

To be prepared and handled under strict hygienic conditions.

The ingredients of the dish bring the following benefits:

Garlic: has immune-stimulating properties, promotes liver function and the elimination of waste metabolites. It also has hypocholesterolemic, lipid-lowering, antiplatelet, hypotensive and hypoglycemic properties that promote cardiac function.

Basil: rich in carotenoids, substances that support the immune system and provide mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. It provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Extra virgin olive oil: source of Vitamin E that protects the immune system from harmful fatty acids

Breadcrumbs: cereals stimulate the synthesis of serotonin which counteracts depression and promotes good mood

Parmigiano Reggiano PDO: useful for the proper functioning of the liver

Pepper (green, pink, black, gray, white): contains piperine, a powerful antioxidant; it improves insulin sensitivity by reducing cholesterol levels and activating metabolism. Recommended for people with cardiovascular problems.

Tomato: rich in vitamin C, the antioxidant par excellence that fights free radicals and supports the immune system, and provides mineral salts, vitamins and antioxidants that act to protect the cardiovascular system; also suitable for nephropathic patients. Useful for the functioning of the liver for the supply of vitamins, mineral salts and antioxidants. Especially if consumed with the peel, it provides folic acid linked to the production of serotonin and therefore favorable to good mood and counteract depression

Safety / Intended use

Product that can also be used in the case of:

• Constipation

Not recommended in case of:

• Nausea and Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Dysphagia (problems chewing and swallowing)