Spanish Tomato and Garlic Bread

Transform your appetizer game with Spanish Tomato and Garlic Bread, a simple yet irresistibly flavorful dish inspired by traditional pan con tomate. Featuring crusty bread toasted to golden perfection, this recipe combines the natural richness of ripe tomatoes, the aromatic kick of fresh garlic, and the velvety touch of extra virgin olive oil. The freshly grated tomato topping, lightly seasoned with salt and black pepper, is the star of this dish, offering a burst of freshness in every bite. Ready in just 15 minutes, this crowd-pleasing classic makes the perfect start to any Spanish-inspired meal or a delightful snack on its own. Pair it with a glass of wine for an authentic Mediterranean experience!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 loaf Crusty bread or baguette
• 2 large Garlic cloves
• 2 large Ripe tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 0.5 teaspoons Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 2

Slice the bread into 1-inch thick slices and arrange them on a baking sheet. Alternatively, cut the loaf in half lengthwise if using a baguette.

Step 3

Toast the bread in the oven for 4-5 minutes, or until lightly golden and crisp on the edges.

Step 4

Peel the garlic cloves and slice one in half. Rub the cut side of the garlic directly onto the warm toasted bread, allowing the garlic's natural oils to infuse the bread.

Step 5

Cut the tomatoes in half. Grate each tomato over a box grater into a bowl, discarding the skin. Mix in olive oil, salt, and black pepper to form a smooth tomato topping.

Step 6

Using a spoon, generously spread the tomato mixture over each slice of garlic-rubbed bread.

Step 7

Drizzle a little extra olive oil over the top for added flavor if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(445.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1339.7

Total Fat 34.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3182mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 228.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.6g	0%
Total Sugars 6g
Protein 36.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 102.9mg	0%
Iron 10.3mg	0%
Potassium 534.9mg	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: 22.4%

Protein: 10.8%

Carbs: 66.8%