Tomatoes on Toast

Vegetarian
Health score
4%
Tomatoes on Toast
5 min.
4
118kcal

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Looking for a quick, scrumptious snack that bursts with flavor and color? Look no further than this delightful dish of Tomatoes on Toast! Perfect as a simple side dish or a light appetizer, this recipe combines the vibrant taste of fresh vine-ripened tomatoes with the creamy richness of Herbed Boursin cheese, all atop a crispy slice of toasted French or Italian bread.

In just 5 minutes, you can whip up a dish that not only pleases the palate but also offers a generous dose of vitamins and minerals. Each serving is vegetarian-friendly, making it a superb choice for those seeking plant-based options. The contrast of textures—from the crunchy toast to the juicy, tender tomatoes—creates a satisfying bite that will have you coming back for more.

The beauty of this recipe lies in its simplicity and versatility. Whether you're entertaining guests at a gathering or enjoying a quiet evening at home, these Tomatoes on Toast are bound to impress. With just a dash of coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance the flavors, this dish is delightfully uncomplicated yet utterly satisfying.

So grab your toaster, gather your ingredients, and treat yourself and your loved ones to this deliciously easy creation that embodies the essence of fresh, seasonal ingredients. You won’t want to miss out on this vibrant taste sensation!

Ingredients

  • slices loaf bread french italian
  • tablespoons herbed boursin cheese per bread slice
  •  vine-ripened tomato medium to large
  • serving coarse salt such as fleur de sel or kosher salt
  • serving pepper black freshly ground

Equipment

  • oven
  • toaster

Directions

  1. Use a toaster or toaster oven to toast the bread.
  2. While the bread is toasting, slice the tomato into 1/4-inch slices.
  3. Once the bread is lightly toasted, spread one side with Boursin cheese. Top with a couple slices of tomato, overlapping if necessary.
  4. Sprinkle with coarse salt and freshly ground black pepper.
  5. Eat immediately.
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  9. Nutrition Facts (per serving)
  10. Calories
  11. Fat
  12. Carbs
  13. Protein
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  15. Nutrition Facts
  16. Servings: 2
  17. to 4
  18. Amount per serving
  19. Calories
  20. % Daily Value*
  21. Total Fat 5g
  22. Saturated Fat 1g
  23. Cholesterol 8mg
  24. Sodium 482mg
  25. Total Carbohydrate 34g
  26. Dietary Fiber 3g
  27. Total Sugars 3g
  28. Protein 8g
  29. Vitamin C 4mg
  30. Calcium 110mg
  31. Iron 2mg
  32. Potassium 158mg
  33. *The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
  34. Nutrition information is calculated using an ingredient database and should be considered an estimate. In cases where multiple ingredient alternatives are given, the first listed is calculated for nutrition.
  35. Garnishes and optional ingredients are not included.

Nutrition Facts

Calories118kcal
Protein13.51%
Fat29.18%
Carbs57.31%

Properties

Glycemic Index
28.13
Glycemic Load
12.81
Inflammation Score
-3
Nutrition Score
4.307391303065%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:118.39kcal
5.92%
Fat:3.85g
5.92%
Saturated Fat:2.21g
13.82%
Carbohydrates:17.01g
5.67%
Net Carbohydrates:16.22g
5.9%
Sugar:1.78g
1.98%
Cholesterol:7.65mg
2.55%
Sodium:287.05mg
12.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:4.01g
8.02%
Vitamin B1:0.23mg
15.17%
Selenium:9.16µg
13.09%
Folate:39.99µg
10%
Manganese:0.19mg
9.62%
Vitamin B2:0.14mg
8.2%
Vitamin B3:1.56mg
7.8%
Iron:1.27mg
7.08%
Vitamin A:282.99IU
5.66%
Phosphorus:34.32mg
3.43%
Fiber:0.79g
3.17%
Magnesium:11mg
2.75%
Copper:0.05mg
2.61%
Calcium:24.6mg
2.46%
Zinc:0.34mg
2.25%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.87%
Potassium:39.82mg
1.14%
Vitamin B5:0.11mg
1.09%
Vitamin K:1.08µg
1.03%