Tomato Sandwiches
Elevate your lunchtime routine with these simple yet delicious Tomato Sandwiches, a summertime favorite that highlights the pure, vibrant flavor of ripe tomatoes. This quick and easy recipe features juicy tomato slices paired with creamy mayonnaise, fragrant fresh basil leaves, and a touch of salt and pepper for balance—all layered between soft slices of sandwich bread. For an indulgent twist, the bread can be lightly buttered for a golden, toasty finish. Ready in just 10 minutes, these sandwiches are perfect for a light meal or snack, bringing together classic ingredients in the most flavorful way possible. Enjoy this no-cook treat as a refreshing addition to your weekday lunch or as a crowd-pleasing option at your next picnic.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe tomatoes
- 4 slices sandwich bread
- 4 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 4 leaves fresh basil leaves
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and slice them into 1/4-inch thick rounds.
Lay the slices of bread on a clean counter or plate.
Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise evenly on one side of each slice of bread.
Sprinkle a pinch of salt and black pepper over the mayonnaise on each slice of bread.
On two slices of bread, arrange the tomato slices evenly, slightly overlapping to cover the surface.
Place a fresh basil leaf (or more if desired) on top of the tomato slices for added flavor.
Top each tomato-layered slice of bread with the remaining slices of bread, mayonnaise side down, to form two sandwiches.
Optional: Butter the outer sides of the bread lightly for extra richness and toasting, if desired.
Serve immediately as is, or slice each sandwich diagonally for a classic presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
992 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 71.8 g | 92% | |
| Saturated Fat | 17.6 g | 88% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 126 mg | 42% | |
| Sodium | 1443 mg | 63% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.7 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.6 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.7 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.1 mcg | 1% | |
| Calcium | 168 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.6 mg | 26% | |
| Potassium | 1024 mg | 22% | |
*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.
