Heart-Healthy Toast with Tomato Spread
Start your morning or snack time on a wholesome note with this Heart-Healthy Toast with Tomato Spread, a quick and nourishing recipe that’s bursting with Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Featuring whole-grain bread as a fiber-rich base, this recipe shines with a warm, garlicky tomato topping sautéed in heart-friendly extra virgin olive oil. A splash of tangy balsamic vinegar and a sprinkle of fresh basil add a bright and aromatic finish, while minimal seasoning of salt and black pepper keeps it light and balanced. Ready in just 13 minutes, this easy recipe is perfect for busy mornings or as a nutritious midday pick-me-up. Serve it fresh, and savor the harmony of simple ingredients coming together for a delicious and heart-conscious treat.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices Whole-grain bread
- 1 cup Cherry tomatoes
- 1 tablespoon Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 clove Garlic
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 1 teaspoon Balsamic vinegar
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.125 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat a non-stick pan over medium heat.
2. Slice the cherry tomatoes in halves and mince the garlic.
3. Add the extra virgin olive oil to the pan and heat for 30 seconds.
4. Sauté the minced garlic in the olive oil for 1 minute, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
5. Add the sliced cherry tomatoes to the pan and cook for 3–4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they soften and release their juices.
6. Stir in the balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 30 seconds. Remove the pan from heat.
7. Toast the whole-grain bread slices until golden brown.
8. Spread the sautéed tomato mixture evenly over the toasted bread slices.
9. Garnish each slice with freshly torn basil leaves.
10. Serve immediately and enjoy your heart-healthy toast!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
301 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.9 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 822 mg | 36% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.5 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.9 g | 21% | |
| Total Sugars | 8.6 g | ||
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 56 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.6 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 506 mg | 11% | |
*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.
