Spanish Tomato and Garlic Bread
Transform your appetizer game with Spanish Tomato and Garlic Bread, a simple yet irresistibly flavorful dish inspired by traditional pan con tomate. Featuring crusty bread toasted to golden perfection, this recipe combines the natural richness of ripe tomatoes, the aromatic kick of fresh garlic, and the velvety touch of extra virgin olive oil. The freshly grated tomato topping, lightly seasoned with salt and black pepper, is the star of this dish, offering a burst of freshness in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing classic makes the perfect start to any Spanish-inspired meal or a delightful snack on its own. Pair it with a glass of wine for an authentic Mediterranean experience!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Crusty bread or baguette
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 2 large Ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Slice the bread into 1-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet. Alternatively, cut the loaf in half lengthwise if using a baguette.
Toast the bread in the oven for 4-5 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp on the edges.
Peel the garlic cloves and slice one in half. Rub the cut side of the garlic directly onto the warm toasted bread, allowing the garlic's natural oils to infuse the bread.
Cut the tomatoes in half. Grate each tomato over a box grater into a bowl, discarding the skin. Mix in olive oil, salt, and black pepper to form a smooth tomato topping.
Using a spoon, generously spread the tomato mixture over each slice of garlic-rubbed bread.
Drizzle a little extra olive oil over the top for added flavor if desired, and serve immediately.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1340 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 34.0 g | 44% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.2 g | 26% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3182 mg | 138% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 228.4 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.6 g | 38% | |
| Total Sugars | 6.0 g | ||
| Protein | 36.9 g | 74% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 103 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 10.3 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 535 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.
