Green Tomato Bread

Transform your surplus or end-of-season green tomatoes into a delightful treat with this Green Tomato Bread recipe! This moist and slightly tangy quick bread beautifully balances sweet and aromatic flavors, thanks to warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. The finely chopped green tomatoes blend seamlessly into the batter, creating a tender texture that surprises with its subtle tartness. A touch of vanilla and optional crunchy walnuts or pecans add depth and richness, making this recipe a unique twist on traditional sweet breads. Ready in just over an hour, this no-yeast loaf is a perfect way to embrace seasonal produce while delivering a comforting, bakery-style loaf that's ideal for breakfasts, snacks, or dessert. Whether you’re intrigued by its unusual star ingredient or simply curious about its flavor, this Green Tomato Bread is sure to impress your taste buds and dinner guests alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:75 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 2 cups (finely chopped) green tomatoes
• 2.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.5 cups vegetable oil
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 cups (chopped) walnuts or pecans (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

Wash and finely chop the green tomatoes. Measure out 2 cups and set them aside.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking soda, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then add the vegetable oil and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.

Step 5

Gradually add the wet mixture into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Avoid overmixing.

Step 6

Fold in the chopped green tomatoes and nuts (if using) until evenly distributed.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Bake in the preheated oven for 55-60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center of the bread comes out clean.

Step 9

Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then transfer it to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1368.5 grams (1368.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3796

Total Fat 155.40g	199%
Saturated Fat 22.00g	110%
Polyunsaturated Fat 67.20g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 3099mg	135%
Total Carbohydrate 567.60g	206%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 322.10g
Protein 58.00g	116%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 244mg	19%
Iron 20mg	111%
Potassium 1714mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 35.9%

Protein: 5.9%

Carbs: 58.2%