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Spanish Tomato Bread

This Spanish Tomato Bread is a quick and healthy dish that combines the vibrant flavours of ripe tomatoes, creamy ricotta, and a hint of garlic on whole-grain toast. Perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light appetizer, it's a delicious way to enjoy Mediterranean-inspired cuisine in just 10 minutes.
Servings: 2
Calories: 172.5kcal
Prep Time10 minutes
Total Time10 minutes

Ingredients

  • 2 slices bread whole-grain or low-carb bread
  • 1 tomato ripe
  • 1 garlic clove
  • 2 tbsp ricotta cheese
  • 1 tbsp olive oil extra virgin
  • 1 pinch salt sea salt
  • 1 pinch pepper freshly ground, optional

Instructions

  • Lightly toast the slices of whole-grain bread until they are golden brown and crisp.
    2 slices bread
  • Cut the tomato in half. Grate the cut side of the tomato on the large holes of a box grater, discarding the skin. You should have a thick, slightly chunky tomato pulp.
    1 tomato
  • Peel the garlic clove and rub it over the surface of the toasted bread. This will give the bread a mild garlic flavour.
    1 garlic
  • Evenly spread 1 tablespoon of ricotta cheese on each slice of toasted bread. The creamy ricotta adds a rich texture and balances the acidity of the tomato.
    2 tbsp ricotta cheese
  • Spoon the tomato pulp over the layer of ricotta on each slice.
  • Drizzle each slice with extra virgin olive oil.
    1 tbsp olive oil
  • Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top. Add freshly ground black pepper if desired for an extra layer of flavour.
    1 pinch salt, 1 pinch pepper
  • If desired, garnish with fresh basil leaves or parsley for an extra burst of flavour and a pop of colour.

Cooking Tips

  • Tomato Selection: Use the ripest tomatoes you can find for the best flavour and texture in the tomato pulp.
  • Bread Variations: Experiment with different types of bread, such as sourdough or gluten-free, to suit dietary preferences.
  • Extra Flavour: For a more intense garlic flavour, finely chop or grate the garlic and mix it with the tomato pulp before spreading it on the bread.

Nutrition

Nutrition Facts
Spanish Tomato Bread
Serving Size
 
1 slice
Amount per Serving
Calories
172.5
% Daily Value*
Fat
 
10.1
g
16
%
Saturated Fat
 
2.4
g
15
%
Cholesterol
 
7.7
mg
3
%
Sodium
 
161.5
mg
7
%
Potassium
 
238.3
mg
7
%
Carbohydrates
 
15.4
g
5
%
Fiber
 
2.5
g
10
%
Sugar
 
2.9
g
3
%
Protein
 
5.8
g
12
%
Vitamin C
 
8.9
mg
11
%
Vitamin D
 
0.03
µg
0
%
Calcium
 
85.9
mg
9
%
Iron
 
1
mg
6
%
Magnesium
 
30.4
mg
8
%
Zinc
 
0.8
mg
5
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.