Pan tostada con tomate

ripe tomatoes

🥗Healthier: heirloom tomatoes

💰Cheaper: canned tomatoes

Canned tomatoes provide a cost-effective option with good flavor.

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Vegetable oil is more affordable while still providing a cooking fat.

garlic

🥗Healthier: garlic powder

💰Cheaper: none

Garlic powder can be a convenient alternative.

basil

🥗Healthier: spinach

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Dried herbs are often less expensive and have a longer shelf life.

Grate the big ripe tomato into a bowl, leaving the skin behind.

Cut the chunk of bread in half.

Toast the bread lightly on both sides.

Drizzle some extra virgin olive oil over the toasted bread.

Scoop on some of the grated tomato pulp onto the bread.

Sprinkle salt on top if desired.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens