Description
A simple yet gourmet toast featuring fresh tomatoes, basil, and mozzarella on crusty bread.
Ingredients
- Ripe tomatoes (sliced)
- Fresh basil leaves
- Mozzarella cheese (sliced)
- Crusty bread (e.g., baguette, ciabatta)
- Olive oil
- Salt & pepper
- Balsamic glaze (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to broil.
- Slice the bread into 1-inch thick pieces and brush with olive oil.
- Broil the bread for 1-2 minutes on each side until golden brown.
- Layer fresh tomato and mozzarella slices on top of the toasted bread.
- Season with salt and pepper, and drizzle with balsamic glaze if using.
- Top with fresh basil leaves and broil for an additional minute.
- Drizzle with olive oil before serving.
Notes
Serve with mixed greens or add a poached egg for a hearty breakfast variation.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Broiling
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 toast
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 15mg
Keywords: tomato, basil, mozzarella, toast, appetizer, easy recipe, vegetarian
