Grilled Sourdough Bread with Garden Tomatoes
Savor the simple elegance of Grilled Sourdough Bread with Garden Tomatoes, a rustic recipe that celebrates the vibrant flavors of fresh, seasonal ingredients. Perfect as a quick appetizer, snack, or light meal, this dish combines thickly sliced, charred sourdough bread with juicy garden tomatoes, fragrant fresh basil, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil. A subtle rub of garlic on the warm bread adds depth, while a sprinkle of coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper enhances every bite. For an extra touch of indulgence, finish with a drizzle of balsamic glaze. Ready in just 15 minutes, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe showcases how grilling brings out irresistible smoky notes in everyday ingredients. A must-try for fans of simple, wholesome cooking!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 2 large garden tomatoes
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove garlic
- 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
Preheat a grill pan or outdoor grill to medium-high heat.
Brush both sides of the sourdough bread slices with 2 tablespoons of olive oil.
Place the bread slices on the grill and cook for 2-3 minutes on each side, or until they are golden brown and have grill marks. Remove from heat.
Rub the grilled bread lightly with the garlic clove while the bread is still warm to impart a subtle garlic flavor.
Slice the garden tomatoes into thick slices and arrange them on a plate or cutting board.
Top each slice of grilled bread with the sliced garden tomatoes.
Drizzle the remaining 1 tablespoon of olive oil over the tomatoes and sprinkle with coarse sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Garnish each piece with 2 fresh basil leaves, and optionally, drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over the top for extra flavor.
Serve immediately while the bread is warm and enjoy this rustic, flavorful dish.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
943 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.8 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 20 mg | 7% | |
| Sodium | 1996 mg | 87% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 123.1 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.8 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.2 g | ||
| Protein | 23.7 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 135 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 5.9 mg | 33% | |
| Potassium | 1070 mg | 23% | |
*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.
