Tomato Bread Tapas
Transform your table into a Spanish café with these vibrant and simple Tomato Bread Tapas, the perfect appetizer or light snack bursting with Mediterranean flavors. This traditional recipe, also known as "Pan con Tomate," starts with rustic bread toasted to golden perfection and infused with the subtle warmth of freshly rubbed garlic. Juicy, grated ripe tomatoes create a luscious topping, generously draped over the crispy bread and finished with a drizzle of high-quality extra virgin olive oil, a sprinkle of sea salt, and a touch of freshly cracked black pepper. Optional fresh basil leaves provide a fragrant garnish, adding an herbaceous twist to this classic dish. Ready in just 15 minutes, this easy-to-make recipe embraces fresh, wholesome ingredients and is best served immediately for its irresistible crunch and vibrant flavors. Perfect for tapas night or as a simple crowd-pleaser, these Tomato Bread Tapas are a must-try for fans of quick Mediterranean recipes!
Log this recipe in SnapCalorie
Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 loaf Rustic bread (e.g., ciabatta or baguette)
- 4 medium Ripe tomatoes
- 4 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 2 large Garlic cloves
- 0.5 teaspoons Sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 leaves Fresh basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Slice the rustic bread into 1/2-inch thick slices. You should have about 8 slices depending on the loaf size.
Lightly toast the bread slices in a toaster, grill pan, or under a broiler until golden and crisp, about 2 minutes per side. Set aside.
Slice the ripe tomatoes in half. Using the large holes of a box grater, grate the tomatoes into a bowl, discarding the skins. This will create a fresh, juicy tomato pulp.
Peel the garlic cloves. Gently rub each toasted bread slice with a garlic clove to infuse a subtle garlic flavor.
Spoon the grated tomato pulp generously onto each bread slice, spreading it evenly over the surface.
Drizzle each slice with about 1/2 tablespoon of extra virgin olive oil.
Sprinkle a pinch of sea salt and a touch of freshly cracked black pepper over each slice for seasoning.
If desired, garnish with a fresh basil leaf on top of each slice for added aroma and flavor.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Tomato Bread Tapas!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1905 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 65.8 g | 84% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.8 g | 49% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3821 mg | 166% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.8 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 21.6 g | ||
| Protein | 49.2 g | 98% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 252 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 12.4 mg | 69% | |
| Potassium | 1664 mg | 35% | |
*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.
