Catalan Tomato Bread
Transport your taste buds straight to the sun-drenched coasts of Spain with Catalan Tomato Bread, a timeless classic that embodies simplicity and bold flavor. Known as "Pa amb Tomàquet" in Catalonia, this rustic dish combines toasted country-style bread with the vibrant freshness of ripe tomatoes, a subtle hint of garlic, and a drizzle of rich extra virgin olive oil. Finished with a sprinkle of sea salt, this five-minute recipe is the epitome of effortless Mediterranean cuisine. Perfect as a quick appetizer, a savory snack, or a flavorful side dish, Catalan Tomato Bread showcases how fresh, high-quality ingredients can shine with minimal preparation. Whether you're hosting a tapas night or seeking a taste of Spain at home, this iconic recipe is a deliciously authentic crowd-pleaser.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices rustic or country-style bread
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes
- 1 clove garlic
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
Instructions
Preheat a grill, grill pan, or toaster to medium-high heat.
Slice the bread into 4 pieces about 1 inch thick.
Toast the bread slices on the grill or toaster until golden and crispy on the outside, about 2 minutes per side.
Peel the garlic clove and lightly rub one side of each toasted bread slice with the garlic. One clove should be enough for all slices, so rub sparingly.
Cut the tomatoes in half crosswise. Hold the cut side of a tomato against a piece of bread and squeeze gently while rubbing the tomato over the bread to coat it with the pulp and juice. Repeat with each slice, using the other tomato half as needed.
Drizzle the extra virgin olive oil over the tomato-topped pieces of bread.
Sprinkle with sea salt to taste.
Serve immediately as an appetizer, snack, or side to a larger meal. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
358 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.9 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2926 mg | 127% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 71.5 g | 26% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 6.3 g | 22% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.1 g | ||
| Protein | 12.6 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 54 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 739 mg | 16% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
