Tomato Sandwich
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Tomato Sandwich
Description
The Tomato Sandwich recipe combines ripe tomato slices with basil mayonnaise on white bread. The mayonnaise is blended with fresh basil leaves, imbuing it with a subtle herbal aroma and taste. The tomatoes are evenly divided between two slices of bread, then seasoned with kosher salt and ground black pepper to enhance their natural sweetness and juiciness. Sandwich halves are formed by topping with remaining bread slices mayo-side down.
Texturally, the crisp white bread contrasts with the soft tomato slices, while the mayonnaise offers creaminess and the basil adds a fresh dimension. The seasoning brings out the tomato flavor without overpowering the other elements.
This sandwich is best served immediately to avoid soggy bread due to the moisture in the tomatoes. It can be a convenient light meal or a refreshing option alongside other dishes. Adjusting the amount of mayonnaise or basil allows customizing the flavor intensity. Adding extra basil leaves can increase the herbal brightness if desired.
The recipe scales easily for more servings and relies on simple ingredients requiring minimal preparation, making it accessible for quick home preparation.
Ingredients
- 4 lices white bread
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise (I prefer Duke's brand)
- 1 ½ tablespoons basil fresh, snipped leaves
- 1 tomato sliced, ripe
- kosher salt to taste
- ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a small bowl, stir together mayonnaise and basil.
- Spread each slice of bread with an equal amount of the basil mayonnaise. Divide the tomato slices evenly between two pieces of bread. Season tomatoes with salt and pepper.
- Place the other two slices of bread (mayonnaise-side down), on top of the tomatoes to form two sandwiches. Slice in half and serve.
Notes
- Serve the sandwich immediately to prevent the bread from becoming soggy from the tomatoes.
- You can scale the recipe to make more sandwiches as needed.
- Season the tomato slices well with kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to enhance flavor.
- Adjust the amount of mayonnaise and basil to suit personal taste preferences.
- Additional fresh basil leaves can be added for extra herbaceous flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2sandwiches
Amount Per Serving
Calories 2457 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1sandwich | |
| Calories | 245.7kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 27.5g | 9% |
| Protein | 5.2g | 10% |
| Fat | 13.8g | 21% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9g | 5% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.4g | 2% |
| Cholesterol | 10mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 325.8mg | 14% |
| Potassium | 196.9mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2.2g | 9% |
| Sugar | 2.8g | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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