Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches

Elevate your lunch game with these vibrant and delicious Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches! This quick and easy recipe combines crusty toasted bread, creamy ricotta cheese, and juicy slices of ripe tomatoes, layered with the unmistakable freshness of basil leaves. Finished with a drizzle of sweet balsamic glaze and a sprinkle of sea salt and black pepper, these sandwiches are a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With just 10 minutes of prep and no cooking required, this light and refreshing dish is ideal for a summer snack, casual brunch, or even a sophisticated appetizer. Perfectly simple yet bursting with flavor, these sandwiches are a must-try for fans of fresh, seasonal ingredients and no-fuss recipes.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 slices crusty bread (e.g., sourdough or French baguette)
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 medium ripe tomatoes
• 8 leaves fresh basil leaves
• 1 cup ricotta cheese
• 0.5 teaspoons sea salt
• 0.25 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon balsamic glaze

Directions

Step 1

Slice the crusty bread into four 1-inch-thick pieces. Use a toaster or oven to lightly toast the bread until golden and crisp.

Step 2

Brush each slice of toasted bread with olive oil. Set aside.

Step 3

Wash and slice the tomatoes into thin rounds.

Step 4

Spread 2-3 tablespoons of ricotta cheese evenly over each slice of bread.

Step 5

Layer 3-4 tomato slices on top of the ricotta cheese on each slice.

Step 6

Tuck 2 fresh basil leaves over the tomatoes on each sandwich.

Step 7

Sprinkle each sandwich with a pinch of sea salt and freshly ground black pepper for seasoning.

Step 8

Drizzle a small amount of balsamic glaze over each sandwich for added sweetness and flavor.

Step 9

Serve immediately and enjoy your Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	771.1 grams (771.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1298

Total Fat 58.30g	75%
Saturated Fat 21.60g	108%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 151mg	50%
Sodium 2627mg	114%
Total Carbohydrate 155.40g	57%
Dietary Fiber 7.30g	26%
Total Sugars 20.60g
Protein 50.40g	101%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 1132mg	87%
Iron 8mg	45%
Potassium 1114mg	24%

*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: 38.9%

Protein: 15.0%

Carbs: 46.1%