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2-minute toasted bread with olive oil and salt (the easiest side dish)
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2-minute toasted bread with olive oil and salt (the easiest side dish)

This quick toasted bread recipe features small slices of various breads toasted and finished with olive oil and sea salt. The result is crisp, warm bread with a fragrant olive oil coating and a hint of saltiness, offering a simple and versatile side dish or snack that complements a variety of meals.

Prep Time
1 min
Cook Time
1 min
Total Time
2 mins
Servings: 4
Calories: 213 kcal
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Mediterranean

Ingredients

  • 8 lices bread [small slices of fresh bakery or Italian style bread (wholemeal, rye, sourdough, Turkish, Ciabatta, pitta... ) If you only have ordinary large slices of bread, use 4 and cut in two]
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil (roughly- I don't usually measure the amount)
  • salt to taste (freshly ground e.g. sea salt)

Instructions

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  1. Toast the bread in a toaster or under the grill/broiler.
  2. Put the toast on a serving platter, then drizzle all over with the olive oil. Sprinkle over salt to taste.
  3. Scatter over a small handful of fresh herbs e.g. oregano, thyme, basil, parsley (optional). Serve while still warm.

Notes

  • Frozen bread slices can be toasted directly without thawing.
  • Various breads like sourdough, ciabatta, Turkish or Greek pitta can be used depending on preference.
  • Large bread slices can be halved after toasting for manageable portions.
  • Garlic bread variation: rub toasted bread with garlic clove before drizzling with oil and salt.
  • Optional flavor additions include paprika, chili flakes, lemon juice, and fresh herbs.
  • Store leftover toast in the refrigerator and re-toast gently to refresh.

Nutrition Information

Calories 213kcal (11%) Carbohydrates 28g (9%) Protein 6g (12%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 1g (5%) Sodium 291mg (12%) Potassium 102mg (2%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Calcium 77mg (8%) Iron 2mg (11%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 4 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 213

% Daily Value*

Calories 213kcal 11%
Carbohydrates 28g 9%
Protein 6g 12%
Fat 9g 14%
Saturated Fat 1g 5%
Sodium 291mg 12%
Potassium 102mg 2%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Calcium 77mg 8%
Iron 2mg 11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.