Savory Southern Tomato Pie

Celebrate the flavors of the South with this Savory Southern Tomato Pie, a comforting, crowd-pleasing dish that perfectly marries fresh summer produce with creamy, cheesy goodness. Featuring layers of juicy, ripe tomatoes, aromatic fresh basil, and a rich topping of sharp cheddar, mozzarella, and mayonnaise, this rustic pie is baked to golden perfection in a flaky, homemade crust. Whether served warm or at room temperature, it’s a versatile dish that shines as a brunch centerpiece, a light lunch, or a hearty side at dinner. With its vibrant colors and bold flavors, this tomato pie is a Southern classic you’ll want to make again and again. Perfect for showcasing ripe garden tomatoes, it’s as beautiful as it is delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:25 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter
• 3 tablespoons cold water
• 4 large ripe tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
• 0.5 cup mayonnaise
• 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
• 2 tablespoons green onions

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 2

In a medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Add the chilled unsalted butter, cut into small pieces.

Step 3

Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to blend until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 4

Add the cold water, one tablespoon at a time, mixing with a fork until dough holds together.

Step 5

Shape dough into a disk, wrap in plastic, and refrigerate for 15 minutes.

Step 6

While the dough chills, slice 4 large ripe tomatoes into thin slices.

Step 7

Place tomato slices on paper towels, sprinkle with 1 teaspoon of salt, and let drain for 10 minutes.

Step 8

Roll out the chilled dough on a floured surface and fit it into a 9-inch pie dish. Trim and flute the edges.

Step 9

Bake the crust in the preheated oven for 10 minutes or until light golden then remove from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 10

Pat the tomato slices with paper towels to remove excess moisture and then layer them with 0.5 cup of fresh basil leaves over the baked crust.

Step 11

In a small bowl, mix 0.5 cup mayonnaise, 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar cheese, 0.5 cup shredded mozzarella cheese, and 2 tablespoons chopped green onions.

Step 12

Spread the cheese and mayonnaise mixture evenly over the tomatoes.

Step 13

Sprinkle with 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 14

Return the pie to the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is bubbly and lightly browned.

Step 15

Allow the pie to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing and serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1325.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2692.2

Total Fat 186.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 402.9mg	0%
Sodium 3795.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 197.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 19.6g
Protein 68.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1348.3mg	0%
Iron 11.4mg	0%
Potassium 2009.9mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 61.1%

Protein: 10.0%

Carbs: 28.8%