Heirloom Tomato Toasts with Feta and Herbs
Juicy heirloom tomato toasts with grilled bread, salty feta, and fresh herbs. The simple and delicious snack of the season you need to be making this summer.
Servings: 5 pieces
Calories: 157kcal
Ingredients
- 4-6 slices crusty bread
- extra virgin olive oil as needed
- 1 clove garlic peeled and halved
- 2-3 heirloom tomatoes ripe, sliced
- salt and pepper to taste
- 4-6 slices feta cheese
- fresh herbs basil, chives and/or oregano, roughly torn
Instructions
- Preheat a grill to high heat. Brush the bread on both sides with a thin layer of olive oil. Place on the grill and cook until charred on both sides (bread may also be toasted instead).
- Remove the bread from the grill and immediately rub the cut side of the garlic all over each slice.
- Place the tomatoes on top of the toast in an even layer, and season liberally with salt and freshly cracked black pepper. Top each toast with a slice of feta, shower with fresh herbs and drizzle with lots of olive oil - be generous.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use tomatoes at room temperature, chilled tomatoes have less flavor.
- Always season the tomatoes directly with salt and pepper to enhance their flavor.
- Be generous with the olive oil. It brings everything together and elevates the dish.
- Serve the toasts right after assembling to preserve their crunch and freshness.
- If your feta is extra salty, go a little lighter on seasoning the tomatoes.
- No grill? No problem. Toast the bread in a cast iron pan or under the broiler for similar results.
Nutrition
Calories: 157kcal | Carbohydrates: 30g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 2g | Saturated Fat: 0.5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.3g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 326mg | Potassium: 238mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 620IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 41mg | Iron: 2mg
