Corn Bread with Fresh Tomatoes and Mozzarella

Vegetarian
Health score
5%
Corn Bread with Fresh Tomatoes and Mozzarella
45 min.
10
188kcal

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Welcome to a delightful culinary experience with our Corn Bread with Fresh Tomatoes and Mozzarella! This vegetarian dish is not just a side; it’s a celebration of flavors and textures that will elevate any meal. Imagine biting into a warm, golden slice of cornbread, where the sweetness of cornmeal meets the savory richness of melted mozzarella and the vibrant freshness of ripe plum tomatoes. It’s a perfect harmony that will leave your taste buds dancing!

Ready in just 45 minutes, this recipe serves 10, making it an ideal choice for gatherings, picnics, or a cozy family dinner. With only 188 calories per serving, you can indulge without the guilt. The combination of wholesome ingredients like buttermilk, fresh parsley, and a hint of sugar creates a moist and tender bread that pairs beautifully with soups, salads, or can be enjoyed on its own.

Whether you’re a seasoned cook or a kitchen novice, this recipe is straightforward and rewarding. The process of mixing, baking, and finally savoring the warm cornbread is not only satisfying but also a wonderful way to bring friends and family together. So, roll up your sleeves and get ready to impress your loved ones with this deliciously unique cornbread that’s sure to become a favorite in your home!

Ingredients

  • teaspoons double-acting baking powder 
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda 
  • cup buttermilk chilled
  • large eggs 
  • 0.3 cup olive oil 
  • 0.3 cup parsley fresh italian chopped
  • ounces plum tomatoes diced seeded
  • 0.8 teaspoon salt 
  • tablespoons sugar 
  • 1.5 cups unbleached all purpose flour 
  • 0.5 cup cornmeal yellow

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • whisk
  • baking pan

Directions

  1. Position rack in bottom third of oven and preheat to 400°F. Butter 9x9x2-inch baking pan.
  2. Whisk 1 1/2 cups flour, cornmeal, sugar, baking powder, salt and baking soda in large bowl to blend well.
  3. Combine mozzarella cubes and remaining 1 tablespoon flour in small bowl; toss to coat.
  4. Whisk buttermilk, eggs, olive oil and chopped Italian parsley in medium bowl to blend.
  5. Add buttermilk mixture to flour mixture and stir just to combine (do not overmix).
  6. Sprinkle mozzarella cubes and diced tomatoes over batter; stir gently just to distribute evenly.
  7. Transfer batter to prepared pan.
  8. Bake corn bread until beginning to brown on top and tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 22 minutes.
  9. Transfer pan to rack. Cool bread 15 minutes.
  10. Cut into squares or wedges and serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Calories188kcal
Protein10.41%
Fat37.5%
Carbs52.09%

Properties

Glycemic Index
33.16
Glycemic Load
5.83
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.7113043847291%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
0.08mg
Apigenin
3.24mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Myricetin
0.24mg
Quercetin
0.07mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:187.94kcal
9.4%
Fat:7.84g
12.06%
Saturated Fat:1.63g
10.2%
Carbohydrates:24.49g
8.16%
Net Carbohydrates:23.05g
8.38%
Sugar:4.09g
4.54%
Cholesterol:39.84mg
13.28%
Sodium:355.56mg
15.46%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.89g
9.79%
Vitamin K:28.92µg
27.54%
Selenium:10.81µg
15.44%
Vitamin B1:0.19mg
12.79%
Folate:46.9µg
11.72%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.24%
Phosphorus:99.46mg
9.95%
Manganese:0.2mg
9.93%
Calcium:86.89mg
8.69%
Iron:1.53mg
8.53%
Vitamin B3:1.42mg
7.1%
Vitamin E:1.04mg
6.96%
Vitamin A:314.8IU
6.3%
Fiber:1.44g
5.76%
Magnesium:18.45mg
4.61%
Vitamin B6:0.09mg
4.56%
Vitamin C:3.55mg
4.3%
Zinc:0.63mg
4.23%
Vitamin B5:0.39mg
3.9%
Potassium:127.34mg
3.64%
Copper:0.07mg
3.44%
Vitamin D:0.51µg
3.41%
Vitamin B12:0.2µg
3.32%
Source:Epicurious