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Tomatoes on Toast

Feb 7, 2023 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links which earn us commissions if purchases are made · 5 Comments

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Tomatoes on Toast is a quick and easy lunch, which is always a great way to use up all those delicious end of season tomatoes. Chunky slices of toasted bread, smothered in soft cheese and layered with ripe and juicy tomatoes. Fast food doesn't have to to be dull!

A wooden serving board with four slices of tomato topped toast.

Just look at these tomatoes! If you are growing tomatoes, and you have more than you know what to do with, then tomatoes on toast is an easy way to use lots of them up. It doesn't matter what tomatoes you are growing, as anything works here. A delicious light lunch that is easy to adapt.

I love avocado on toast, but this might be my new favourite toast topping. If you have ripe and juicy tomatoes, then the flavour is so incredibly fresh. Pair that with some delicious slices of sourdough and you can't go wrong.

If you love toast, and looking for ways to make it more exciting, why not try our Cottage Cheese on Toast, Easy Pizza Toasts, Welsh Rarebit, Mexican Beans on Toast or Creamy Mushrooms on Toast.

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  • Why you will love it
  • Ingredients needed
  • Step by step
  • Health benefits of tomatoes
  • Variations
  • What to serve with tomatoes on toast
  • Extra tips
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More tomato recipes
  • Recipe
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Why you will love it

  • A fresh and delicious lunch - If you are using fresh and ripe tomatoes, then the flavours in this are just incredible. It's like little bites of summer.
  • Quick - This is so quick and easy, it just takes as long as it takes you to toast some bread, as everything else can be done whilst that is toasting.
  • Easy way to use up tomatoes - If you are growing tomatoes, or you have stocked up at the market, then you might have lots of them to use up. Don't waste anything! Load them all up to make this delicious meals.
  • Adaptable - You can change up the bread and cheese used and we have given some suggestions for other topping ideas too. Get creative!

Ingredients needed

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  • Bread - This is the base of the dish and it will hold all those chunky tomatoes, so it needs to be sturdy. We used some thick slices of sourdough, as it is our favourite. But, any bread will do. We have given some options of variations below.
  • Butter - You don't have to butter the bread, as there is cheese going on it, but we did this time as our bread was a little dry.
  • Tomatoes - The star of the dish. We used heritage tomatoes, as they are all different shapes and colours and it makes it look really presentable. However, any fresh tomatoes will work. Just make sure that they are really fresh and ripe, otherwise they won't have the same flavour.
  • Cheese - Tomatoes and cheese is a winning combination, right? We used a soft goats cheese and the flavours together were incredible. You could use a soft cream cheese if you prefer.
  • Oil, Salt and Pepper - These are all optional, but we really love a drizzle of olive oil and a generous sprinkling of salt and pepper on top before serving. Use a really good quality extra virgin olive oil, as you really will be able to taste the difference.

A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

Step by step

One: Toast the bread and butter it.

Four slices of toasted and buttered bread.

Two: Add the cheese.

Goat's cheese added to the toast.

Three: Add the sliced tomatoes. Drizzle with the oil and season.

Slices of red, yellow and green tomatoes added to the toast.

Health benefits of tomatoes

Because of the tomatoes, this dish is bursting with goodness. Tomatoes, which are mainly a carbohydrate with some fibre, are packed full of vitamins, including beta-carotene (which becomes vitamin A when consumed), vitamins C and E, and some B vitamins and vitamin K. They also contain some calcium and magnesium.

Tomatoes are also a good source of potassium, which has been shown to be associated with lower risk of stroke and heart disease. Tomatoes also contain a compound called lycopene, which gives them their red colour, which research shows has the potential for reducing the risk of cardiovascular disease.

Read more about the health benefits of tomatoes.

Variations

This is a fairly simple recipe (which is what we love about it), which means it is there isn't much that can be changed. However, here are some of our favourite swaps:

Bread - We used sourdough as it is a nice sturdy base. However, you can use any sliced bread. You could also use bagels, crumpets or English muffins to change it up a little bit.

Cheese - We used a good quality soft goats cheese, but you could use a cream cheese or even some slices of mature cheddar. If you want to make this a little more fancy, then burrata is delicious with sourdough and tomatoes.

Topping - The topping is all about the tomatoes and without them it wouldn't be a tomatoes on toast recipe. However, we have some ways that you can take it up a level. Why not add a few dollops of pesto (sun-dried tomato pesto if you want even more tomato flavour) or a drizzle of balsamic glaze which is perfect with tomatoes. Chopping olives work well too.

Red, green and yellow tomato slices on top of a slice of toasted bread.

What to serve with tomatoes on toast

These are delicious as they are, however if you wanted it to be more of a filling meal, or you are serving it up to guests, then we have some delicious sides that would go well with tomatoes on toast:

  • Hasselback Potatoes
  • No Mayo Coleslaw
  • Celeriac Crisps
  • Cucumber Salad
  • Crispy Garlic Smashed Potatoes
  • Little Gem Salad
  • Broccoli Salad
  • Parmesan Truffle Fries

Extra tips

  • A drizzle of olive oil makes a real difference to this, but it is optional.
  • Liven the whole dish up with some homemade pesto or balsamic glaze drizzled on top.
  • You can swap the sourdough loaf for bagel to mix things up.
Sliced tomatoes on toast on a serving board.

Frequently Asked Questions

How to store tomatoes on toast.

This is best made from fresh, however if you do have some sliced tomatoes left over then they will keep in the fridge in an air tight container for 2 days.

Can you make tomatoes on toast in advance?

You can slice the bread in advance and slice the tomatoes and keep them in the fridge and then just assemble everything before you are ready to eat it.

Are tomatoes on toast gluten free?

As long as you use your favourite slices of gluten free bread, and make sure there is no cross contamination, then this can be gluten free.

Are tomatoes on toast vegan?

You can make a vegan version of this. Either skip the butter, or use a plant based version, and use a vegan cream cheese.

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    Easy Tomato Baked Risotto
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    Tomato Puff Pastry Tart
  • Tomato Basil Pasta in a white bowl next to a tomato, basil leaves and lemon halves.
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  • Tomato and Basil Soup topped with grated cheese and two basil leaves.
    Tomato Basil Soup

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Recipe

Tomatoes on toast on a wooden serving board.

Tomatoes on Toast

By: Dannii Martin
Tomatoes on Toast is a quick and easy lunch, which is always a great way to use up all those delicious end of season tomatoes.
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Vegetarian
5 from 7 votes
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Course: Lunch
Cuisine: British
Prep: 2 minutes mins
Cook: 3 minutes mins
Total: 5 minutes mins
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 384kcal
Allergens:
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Dairy

Ingredients

  • 4 slice Bread
  • 2 tablespoon Butter
  • 500 g (1.1 lb) Tomato - sliced
  • 50 g (1.75 oz) Soft goats cheese - crumbled
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 2 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper

Instructions

  • Toast 4 slice Bread and spread 2 tablespoon Butter over it.
  • Add 50 g Soft goats cheese.
  • Add 500 g Tomato (sliced). Drizzle with 1 tablespoon Olive oil and season with 2 pinch Sea salt and ground black pepper.

Recipe Tips

  • A drizzle of olive oil makes a real difference to this, but it is optional.
  • Liven the whole dish up with some homemade pesto or balsamic glaze drizzled on top.
  • You can swap the sourdough loaf for bagel to mix things up.

Nutritional Information

Serving: 2slices | Calories: 384kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 10g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 42mg | Sodium: 497mg | Potassium: 704mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 2697IU | Vitamin C: 34mg | Calcium: 141mg | Iron: 3mg

The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

As all appliances vary, cooking times are a guide. Please note that by changing the serving size, the cooking time may also need to be altered.

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Comments

  1. Toni says

    October 04, 2021 at 3:07 pm

    5 stars
    This is so good! I love how easy this is to make!

    Reply
  2. Alisa Infanti says

    October 04, 2021 at 2:33 pm

    5 stars
    My new favourite lunch and the perfect way to use up the rest of my garden tomatoes!

    Reply
  3. Beth Sachs says

    October 04, 2021 at 2:25 pm

    5 stars
    Such a quick and easy lunch! The kids had theirs with feta cheese.

    Reply
  4. Danielle Wolter says

    October 04, 2021 at 11:45 am

    Tomatoes and goat cheese cheese is one of my favorite combos. Love this!

    Reply
  5. Qashang says

    October 04, 2021 at 11:38 am

    5 stars
    Such an easy and delicious lunch idea. Love it!

    Reply
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