Ingredients
– 1 loaf rustic bread, such as ciabatta (thickly sliced into about 2-inch pieces, ideally using day-old bread for better stability)
– Three large very ripe tomatoes (preferably heirloom, to be grated into a puree, discarding the peels)
– One to two garlic cloves (halved for rubbing on the toasted bread)
– 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil (with a fruity aroma, brushed on the bread before toasting)
– Sea salt or kosher salt to taste (for seasoning the dish)
– A splash of lime juice (for subtle flavor contrast)
Instructions
1-First, wash and dry three large, very ripe tomatoes thoroughly, then cut them in half for grating. Brush the thick slices of rustic bread, such as ciabatta cut into 2-inch pieces, with extra virgin olive oil that has a fruity aroma. Toast the bread under a broiler for about 3 minutes until it’s golden brown and crispy.
2-After toasting, rub each slice gently with one to two halved garlic cloves to add that aromatic depth. Spread the grated tomato puree over the bread, making sure to discard the peels for a smooth texture. Finally, season with sea salt or kosher salt to taste, and if you like, add a splash of lime juice for a subtle twist, then serve immediately to keep it from getting soggy.
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🥖 Use thick, hearty bread slices for stability – day-old rustic bread works best as it holds up well to the tomato mixture
🍅 Choose very ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor and texture – heirloom varieties provide exceptional taste
⏰ Serve immediately after preparation to maintain the perfect contrast between crispy bread and fresh tomato topping
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Spanish
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2 slices
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 1
- Sodium: 222
- Fat: 0.4
- Saturated Fat: 0.2
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.2
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 22.6
- Fiber: 0.9
- Protein: 4.2
- Cholesterol: 0