Cook the Book: Tomatoes All Dressed Up for Summer

Vegetarian
Dairy Free
Health score
20%
Cook the Book: Tomatoes All Dressed Up for Summer
45 min.
4
610kcal

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As summer approaches, there's nothing quite like the vibrant flavors of fresh tomatoes to brighten up your meals. Introducing "Cook the Book: Tomatoes All Dressed Up for Summer," a delightful vegetarian and dairy-free dish that celebrates the essence of the season. This recipe is not only easy to prepare but also perfect for a light lunch or a stunning dinner centerpiece.

In just 45 minutes, you can create a dish that serves four, making it ideal for gatherings with friends or family. The star of this recipe is the juicy, thickly sliced tomatoes, which are lovingly "buttered" with creamy mayonnaise and drizzled with high-quality extra virgin olive oil. The addition of fresh chives and parsley adds a burst of color and flavor, elevating the dish to a whole new level.

With a caloric breakdown that balances protein, fats, and carbohydrates, this dish is not only delicious but also satisfying. Whether you choose to serve the tomatoes atop crusty bread or alongside it, this recipe is sure to impress. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to indulge in a summer delight that showcases the best of what the season has to offer!

Ingredients

  • slices top 
  • 0.5 cup olive oil extra virgin good
  • handful chives fresh chopped
  • handful parsley fresh chopped
  • clove garlic peeled
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise 
  • servings salt and pepper 
  •  tomatoes cored sliced

Equipment

    Directions

    1. "Butter" the tomato slices with the mayonnaise and arrange them on a serving platter.
    2. Drizzle the tomatoes with the remaining oil, season well with salt and pepper, and scatter the fresh herbs on top. You can place the tomatoes on top of the toasts or just serve the toasts on the side.

    Nutrition Facts

    Calories610kcal
    Protein9.93%
    Fat43.44%
    Carbs46.63%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    68.88
    Glycemic Load
    52.64
    Inflammation Score
    -8
    Nutrition Score
    24.165217407372%

    Flavonoids

    Naringenin
    0.84mg
    Apigenin
    2.18mg
    Luteolin
    0.04mg
    Isorhamnetin
    0.07mg
    Kaempferol
    0.23mg
    Myricetin
    0.32mg
    Quercetin
    0.78mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:610.21kcal
    30.51%
    Fat:29.71g
    45.7%
    Saturated Fat:4.74g
    29.6%
    Carbohydrates:71.73g
    23.91%
    Net Carbohydrates:67.37g
    24.5%
    Sugar:9.34g
    10.38%
    Cholesterol:11.76mg
    3.92%
    Sodium:1149.13mg
    49.96%
    Alcohol:0g
    100%
    Alcohol %:0%
    100%
    Protein:15.29g
    30.57%
    Vitamin K:78.05µg
    74.33%
    Vitamin B1:0.96mg
    64.02%
    Selenium:37.37µg
    53.38%
    Folate:179.88µg
    44.97%
    Manganese:0.83mg
    41.56%
    Vitamin B3:6.93mg
    34.63%
    Vitamin B2:0.58mg
    34.01%
    Iron:5.52mg
    30.66%
    Vitamin A:1170.63IU
    23.41%
    Vitamin C:19mg
    23.03%
    Vitamin E:2.64mg
    17.59%
    Fiber:4.37g
    17.46%
    Phosphorus:172.11mg
    17.21%
    Magnesium:55.88mg
    13.97%
    Copper:0.28mg
    13.9%
    Potassium:458.47mg
    13.1%
    Vitamin B6:0.25mg
    12.46%
    Zinc:1.61mg
    10.72%
    Calcium:84.93mg
    8.49%
    Vitamin B5:0.6mg
    5.97%