Simple Tomato Sandwich
Elevate your lunch game with this Simple Tomato Sandwich, a no-fuss classic that celebrates the juicy sweetness of peak-season tomatoes. Perfectly ripe, sliced tomatoes take center stage, layered between soft bread slathered with creamy mayonnaise for a rich, tangy contrast. A pinch of salt and black pepper enhances the natural flavor of the tomatoes, while a touch of optional butter adds a luxurious finish. Ready in just 5 minutes with no cooking required, this sandwich is a quick and satisfying meal for busy weekdays or leisurely picnics. Simple, fresh, and utterly irresistible, it's the ultimate homage to summer's most beloved fruit.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 slices Sliced bread
- 1 medium Ripe tomato
- 2 tablespoons Mayonnaise
- 1 pinch Salt
- 1 pinch Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Butter (optional)
Instructions
Wash the tomato thoroughly under running water and pat it dry with a clean towel.
Using a sharp knife, slice the tomato into even, thin slices of about 1/4 inch thickness.
Lay out the two slices of bread on a clean surface. If desired, lightly butter one side of each slice.
Spread one tablespoon of mayonnaise on one side of each bread slice, ensuring it is evenly distributed.
Carefully layer the tomato slices on one slice of the bread, making sure they are slightly overlapping to cover the surface.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and a pinch of black pepper over the tomato slices to enhance their flavor.
Place the second slice of bread on top of the tomatoes, mayonnaise side facing down, to form a sandwich.
Press the sandwich gently to secure the layers, then slice it in half if preferred.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Simple Tomato Sandwich!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
424 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 27.9 g | 36% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 493 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.1 g | 14% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 6.2 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 87 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 363 mg | 8% | |
*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.
