Mediterranean Diet Avocado and Tomato Tartine
Elevate your breakfast or snack time with this vibrant Mediterranean Diet Avocado and Tomato Tartine, a perfect union of fresh, wholesome ingredients and Mediterranean-inspired flavors. Crafted with hearty whole grain bread, creamy mashed avocado enhanced with a zesty touch of lemon, sweet and juicy cherry tomatoes, and a drizzle of extra virgin olive oil, this open-faced sandwich is as nutritious as it is delicious. Topped with fresh basil leaves for an herbaceous finish, this tartine is ready in just 15 minutes and makes for a nutrient-packed, plant-based meal or snack. Perfect for those embracing the Mediterranean diet, this quick and satisfying recipe is a surefire way to enjoy a simple yet flavorful dish that’s rich in healthy fats, fiber, and antioxidants.
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Ingredients
- 2 slices Whole grain bread
- 1 large Avocado
- 10 pieces Cherry tomatoes
- 2 teaspoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 half Lemon
- 6 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
Directions
Step 1
Toast the whole grain bread slices in a toaster or under a broiler until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 2
Cut the avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop out the flesh into a small bowl. Mash it gently with a fork to your desired consistency.
Step 3
Squeeze the juice from the half lemon over the mashed avocado and mix well to incorporate.
Step 4
Season the avocado with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste. Mix thoroughly.
Step 5
Wash the cherry tomatoes and cut them in half.
Step 6
Drizzle the olive oil over the toasted bread slices evenly.
Step 7
Spread the mashed avocado mixture generously over the olive-oil-topped bread slices.
Step 8
Place the cherry tomato halves decoratively over the avocado layer on each slice.
Step 9
Garnish with fresh basil leaves torn into smaller pieces or left whole based on your preference.
Step 10
Optionally, season with an additional sprinkle of salt and pepper to enhance the flavors before serving immediately.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (490.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 764.8 |
| Total Fat 60.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 8.9g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 4.8g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 849.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.5g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 21.1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 10.4g | |
| Protein 14.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 122.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 3.7mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1573.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories