Heart-Healthy Avocado and Tomato Tartine
Bright, fresh, and packed with nutritious goodness, this Heart-Healthy Avocado and Tomato Tartine is the perfect balance of flavor and health. Creamy mashed avocado, seasoned with zesty lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper, is spread over golden, crispy slices of whole-grain bread, creating a satisfying base infused with omega-3-rich fats and fiber. Juicy cherry tomatoes add bursts of sweetness, while a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil and a garnish of fragrant basil leaves elevate every bite with a Mediterranean flair. A touch of chili flakes adds a kick, making this open-faced sandwich irresistibly vibrant. Ready in just 15 minutes, this recipe is ideal for a wholesome breakfast, nourishing lunch, or light dinner. Whether you're craving a quick snack or looking for heart-healthy meal options, this tartine is an absolute delight for your taste buds and your body!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe avocados
- 4 slices whole grain or multigrain bread
- 1 cup cherry tomatoes
- 1 medium lemon
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon chili flakes
Instructions
Slice the avocados in half, remove the pits, and scoop the flesh into a bowl. Mash the avocado with a fork until mostly smooth, leaving some chunks for texture.
Halve the cherry tomatoes and set aside.
Juice the lemon, then mix the avocado mash with half of the lemon juice, sea salt, and black pepper to taste.
Toast the slices of multigrain bread until golden brown and crisp.
Spread the avocado mixture evenly onto each slice of toasted bread.
Top the avocado with halved cherry tomatoes, ensuring they are distributed evenly.
Drizzle each tartine with a small amount of extra virgin olive oil and the remaining lemon juice.
Garnish with fresh basil leaves, a sprinkle of chili flakes, and additional salt and black pepper if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy a delicious heart-healthy meal!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1368 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 93.3 g | 120% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.4 g | 67% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1882 mg | 82% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 126.1 g | 46% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 42.8 g | 153% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.5 g | ||
| Protein | 26.2 g | 52% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 9.4 mg | 52% | |
| Potassium | 2634 mg | 56% | |
*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.
