Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches
Elevate your lunch game with these vibrant and delicious Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches! This quick and easy recipe combines crusty toasted bread, creamy ricotta cheese, and juicy slices of ripe tomatoes, layered with the unmistakable freshness of basil leaves. Finished with a drizzle of sweet balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper, these sandwiches are a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this light and refreshing dish is ideal for a summer snack, casual brunch, or even a sophisticated appetizer. Perfectly simple yet bursting with flavor, these sandwiches are a must-try for fans of fresh, seasonal ingredients and no-fuss recipes.
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Ingredients
- 4 slices crusty bread (e.g., sourdough or French baguette)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 medium ripe tomatoes
- 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
- 1 cup ricotta cheese
- 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze
Directions
Step 1
Slice the crusty bread into four 1-inch-thick pieces. Use a toaster or oven to lightly toast the bread until golden and crisp.
Step 2
Brush each slice of toasted bread with olive oil. Set aside.
Step 3
Wash and slice the tomatoes into thin rounds.
Step 4
Spread 2-3 tablespoons of ricotta cheese evenly over each slice of bread.
Step 5
Layer 3-4 tomato slices on top of the ricotta cheese on each slice.
Step 6
Tuck 2 fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes on each sandwich.
Step 7
Sprinkle each sandwich with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for seasoning.
Step 8
Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over each sandwich for added sweetness and flavor.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (771.1g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1298.3 |
| Total Fat 58.3g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 150.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2626.5mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 155.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 7.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 20.6g | |
| Protein 50.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 1131.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1114.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories