Best 9 Tomatoes With Crusty Bread Recipes

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"Tomatoes with Crusty Bread" is a classic and versatile dish that can be enjoyed as a light lunch, a hearty appetizer, or a tasty side dish. The combination of juicy, ripe tomatoes, crusty bread, and flavorful herbs creates a simple yet satisfying meal that is perfect for any occasion. This article will explore some of the best recipes for tomatoes with crusty bread, providing a variety of options to suit different tastes and preferences. Whether you prefer a simple tomato and bread salad, a more elaborate baked dish, or a quick and easy snack, you'll find the perfect recipe here.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CRUSTY BREAD, SLICED TOMATOES WITH LEMON, SLICED PIMENTOS, SPANISH CHEESE AND OLIVES



Crusty Bread, Sliced Tomatoes with Lemon, Sliced Pimentos, Spanish Cheese and Olives image

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     appetizer

Time 13m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 loaf, 24 inches or longer, crusty bread
2 or 3 large cloves garlic, crushed
Extra-virgin olive oil, for drizzling
4 small to medium vine ripe tomatoes
1 lemon, juiced
Coarse salt
4 whole pimento peppers, drained, found in glass jars with Spanish and Mexican foods in market
1 1/4 pounds manchego cheese
2 cups assorted large olives, green and black stuffed or pitted, mixed -- take your pick
3-inch party picks

Steps:

  • Preheat broiler to high.
  • Cut bread in half then slit loaf lengthwise. Char the bread under broiler, then rub with crushed garlic and drizzle with oil. Cut bread into large, bite size cubes and transfer to a basket.
  • Slice tomatoes and arrange on a platter. Dress with lemon juice and salt.
  • Slice pimentos and place in a small serving dish. Slice or cube half of the manchego, leave the remainder whole with a utensil to cut with alongside. Serve on a cutting board. Place olives in a dish near cheese.
  • Use party picks to stack tomatoes and or cheese and olives with bread cubes to pop into your mouth. Bread cubes are tasty with meat and mushroom bites as well.

TOMATOES WITH CRUSTY BREAD



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Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     side-dish

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 0

Steps:

  • Toss 2 pounds tomatoes (cut into large chunks) with 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt in a colander set over a bowl; drain 15 minutes. Whisk 2 tablespoons olive oil and 1 tablespoon red wine vinegar into the juices. Toss with the tomatoes and 1/4 cup chopped chives. Rub crusty bread with halved garlic cloves; toast. Serve with the tomatoes.

BAKED TOMATOES WITH CRUSTY BREAD



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The brown sugar in the ingredients list below is there to mellow the acidity of the tomatoes, not to make this a sweet dish. Use a sturdy bakery loaf of white sandwich bread, not the packaged sliced stuff, for the topping. You will get enormous pleasure from serving people this dish.

Provided by Edna Lewis

Categories     Onion     Tomato     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Gourmet     Pescatarian     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     Kosher     Small Plates

Yield Makes 8 (side dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 (28-ounce) cans whole tomatoes in juice
3/4 stick unsalted butter, divided
2 medium onions, chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
1/8 teaspoon ground allspice
1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar, or to taste
8 (1/4-inch-thick) slices good-quality white sandwich bread such as a pullman loaf

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F with rack in middle. Butter a 3-quart baking dish (about 13 by 9 by 2 inches).
  • Drain tomatoes, reserving 1 cup juice, then chop.
  • Heat 2 tablespoons butter in a 5- to 6-quart heavy pot over medium-high heat until foam subsides, then cook onions with 1/2 teaspoon salt, stirring occasionally, until golden-brown, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, allspice, and cloves and cook, stirring, 1 minute.
  • Stir in tomatoes with reserved juice, thyme, brown sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon pepper and briskly simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, melt remaining 1/2 stick butter and brush onto both sides of bread. Halve each slice.
  • Transfer tomato mixture to baking dish and top with bread, overlapping slightly. Bake until bubbling and bread is crisp and golden-brown, about 20 minutes.

SCALLOPED TOMATOES



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This is a variation on my mothers recipe.

Provided by Linda

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Tomatoes

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup butter
1 onion, chopped
1 teaspoon salt
ground black pepper to taste
½ teaspoon dried basil
4 teaspoons brown sugar
5 tomatoes, sliced
2 cups white bread cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Saute butter and onion in a medium saucepan until onion is transparent. Place salt, pepper, basil, brown sugar and tomatoes into the saucepan, stir. Stir in bread until all of the ingredients are well seasoned.
  • Pour the tomato bread mixture into a greased 9x13 inch casserole. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes. Enjoy.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 140.4 calories, Carbohydrate 15.6 g, Cholesterol 20.3 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 2.3 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, Sodium 529.3 mg, Sugar 7.5 g

SPANISH HAM WITH CRUSTY BREAD & CHOPPED TOMATO



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This Spanish ham and chopped tomato dish served with crusty bread is ideal as part of a tapas evening or served up for a quick and easy lunch

Provided by Barney Desmazery

Categories     Lunch

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 firm vine-ripened tomatoes , halved
2 tbsp of your best olive oil , plus extra for brushing
12 thick slices of baguette
1 garlic clove , halved
6 slices serrano ham , each halved lengthways
12 cocktail sticks

Steps:

  • Sit a box grater on a plate and grate the tomatoes, leaving behind the skin. Drain the pulp in a small sieve, then mix the pulp with 2 tbsp of olive oil and season.
  • Brush the bread with oil and toast or griddle until golden. Rub one side with the cut side of the garlic. Just before serving, spoon some of the tomato onto each slice. Finish with a piece of ham, push in a cocktail stick and sprinkle over black pepper.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 298 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 2 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 42 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 6 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 1.8 milligram of sodium

JUICY TOMATOES WITH PARMESAN-OLIVE BREAD CRUMBS



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This mouthwatering salad of ripe, juicy tomatoes is dressed with a quick, vinegary dressing and finished with cheesy, garlicky bread crumbs, which bring pizza flavors to this summery dish. The tomatoes are salted for seasoning, but also to make their sweet juices pool out, creating a saucy base. Made with a combination of Parmesan, olives, garlic, spices and citrus zest, the bread crumbs can be prepared one week in advance. (Store in an airtight container and "refresh" them by warming them in the oven or on a stove-top until crisp and fragrant. Make extra to go on caramelized zucchini pasta or even lemony shrimp and white bean stew) Serve the tomatoes as a grand appetizer, or as a light supper with grilled chicken or steak.

Provided by Christian Reynoso

Categories     easy, quick, weeknight, salads and dressings, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 pounds ripe tomatoes (such as a mix of cherry, campari and heirloom varieties)
Salt and black pepper
5 ounces day-old country-style bread without crust
1 1/2 ounces thinly shaved or coarsely grated Parmigiano-Reggiano
3 ounces pitted green olives (such as Castelvetrano, picholine or Cerignola), roughly chopped
2 teaspoons finely grated orange or lemon zest (or a combination)
1 teaspoon fennel seeds or red-pepper flakes (or a combination)
2 garlic cloves
6 tablespoons olive oil
4 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 325 degrees. Slice larger tomatoes into ½-inch rounds or wedges, and cut smaller tomatoes in half and spread out on a serving platter or individual plates. Season them generously with salt and also black pepper, if you'd like.
  • Tear the bread into small, 1-inch pieces, then pulse in a food processor until you have coarse crumbs.
  • In a large bowl, combine the bread crumbs, cheese, olives, zest, fennel seeds and red-pepper flakes, if using. Finely grate the garlic into the bowl then add 2 tablespoons olive oil and toss everything together very well.
  • Transfer the bread-crumb mixture to a sheet pan and place on a middle rack in the oven. Toast, stirring two or three times, until the crumbs are golden brown, the olives have shriveled slightly and your kitchen starts to smell a little like a pizzeria, 17 to 23 minutes. Let cool completely.
  • To serve, drizzle the tomatoes with the vinegar followed by the remaining 4 tablespoons olive oil. Just before you're ready to serve, sprinkle the bread-crumb mixture over the top.

PANZANELLA (BREAD AND TOMATO SALAD)



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Panzanella is a zingy and delicious tomato-and-bread salad that's perfect for summertime. Using crusty artisan-style sourdough bread takes it up a notch, along with ripe tomatoes, olive oil, vinegar, and a variety of vegetables you might have on hand. This recipe makes two servings, but feel free to scale up for big crowds.

Provided by Melissa Johnson

Categories     Recipes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups chopped ripe tomatoes
1/2 tsp coarse sea salt
2 slices of dried toasted or stale bread
1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
2 Tbsp red wine vinegar
1 small cucumber or 1/2 green pepper
1/2 small onion (any color)
5-10 basil leaves
ground black pepper
optional 1 small clove garlic, minced
optional 2 Tbsp bread crumbs

Steps:

  • Chop the tomatoes and combine them in a bowl with the salt. This will draw some of the liquid out of the tomatoes, making a more flavorful dressing for the bread to absorb.
  • Toast your bread slices or bake them at 300F for 15 minutes. I ran a regular toast cycle and simply left the bread inside to dry for more time while I prepped the rest of the ingredients.
  • In a small bowl, mix the olive oil, vinegar and optional minced garlic.
  • Chop your vegetables and add them to the bowl with the tomatoes: cucumber, green pepper, onion. You can dice or slice the onion based on whether you prefer the onion concentrated or spread through the salad.
  • Tear or chiffonade the basil leaves (again a matter of personal preference), and add them to the bowl.
  • Tear the bread into small chunks and add to the salad bowl. Mix everything to allow the tomato juices to enter the bread. It's fine if the bread chunks are still warm.
  • Add the olive oil-vinegar-garlic dressing and optional bread crumbs, and toss again.
  • Season with fresh ground black pepper and serve.

SCALLOPS & TOMATOES OVER CRUSTY BREAD



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Scallops are simmered in a rich burgundy sauce, and are served over crusty slices of toasted bread. Another elegant seafood dish can be served to your dinner guests or prepare for your next special occasion. From Land-O-Lakes Cookbook.

Provided by daisygrl64

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 lb bay scallop, rinsed and drained
8 slices bacon, cut into 1/2in pieces
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon thyme leaves
1/2 teaspoon fresh coarse ground black pepper
1 teaspoon fresh garlic, minced
3 tablespoons tomato paste
3 cups tomatoes, cut into 1in " pieces
1/2 cup pitted ripe olives, halved
2 tablespoons dry red wine
1/4 cup fresh parsley, chopped
6 slices french crusty bread (diagonally cut)

Steps:

  • in 10" skittle cook bacon over med-high heat, stirring occasionally until bacon browns.
  • stir in flour, thyme, pepper, garlic.
  • reduce heat heat to med and cook stirring constantly until smooth and bubbly.
  • stir in tomato paste and remaining ingredients (except wine, parsley and bread).
  • continue cooking stirring occasionally until scallops are white (4 to 5 min ).
  • if desired stir in wine.
  • stir in parsley.
  • toast bread in broiler or oven.
  • serve scallop mixture over toasted bread.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 427, Fat 17.6, SaturatedFat 5.2, Cholesterol 45.6, Sodium 930.9, Carbohydrate 42.5, Fiber 3.9, Sugar 3.6, Protein 23.4

GREEK TOMATO AND BREAD SALAD WITH FETA, BASIL, AND CAPERS



Greek Tomato and Bread Salad With Feta, Basil, and Capers image

Since much of Greece's dense, crusty, grainy, wonderful bread has always been dried toast like for keeping, it stands to reason that the Greeks would also have a number of ways of soaking the bread to restore its moist chewy softness. Bread salads are proof of how the plainest, simplest of foods can be utterly matchless. If you want to make barley rings go to Greek Black Barley Rings (Mavrokoulouria) # 210035 Barley Rings remain one of the most unusual and renowned Greek breads. Traditional in Crete and the Southern Cyclades, they are the epitome of rural breads, they nourish, last, and feed through winter, keeping hearts strong. Barley rings are nutty, honest, truly down to earth. They stay crunchy even when soaked in liquid. They are the bread of choice for bread salad. They are marvelous crumbled in soup, and dunking in morning brew. Traditionally the rings are made with sourdough starter but this recipe uses yeast.

Provided by Olha7397

Categories     Vegetable

Time 20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

4 cups very stale country bread or 4 cups other crusty bread, cut into 1/2 inch chunks
6 ripe tomatoes, cut into large chunks (about 2 pounds total)
18 olives, preferably Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
2 tablespoons capers, drained
1/4 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons red wine vinegar
1/2 cup crumbled feta cheese
fresh ground black pepper
2 tablespoons fruity olive oil
8 -12 fresh basil leaves, shredded

Steps:

  • Place the bread on a platter or in a large bowl. Sprinkle with water and set aside until partially softened, 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Arrange the tomatoes, olives, and capers over the bread and sprinkle with the salt and vinegar. Add the cheese and pepper to taste, and drizzle with the oil. Top with the basil and set aside to marinate for 15 to 30 minutes.
  • Toss, and serve right away.
  • The Olive and the Caper Adventures In Greek Cooking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 545.2, Fat 11.7, SaturatedFat 3.3, Cholesterol 11.1, Sodium 457.4, Carbohydrate 96.5, Fiber 23.2, Sugar 4.7, Protein 18.4

Tips:

  • Choose the ripest, freshest tomatoes you can find. This will ensure the best flavor.
  • Use a variety of tomatoes. This will add color and flavor to your dish.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. This is a great way to personalize your dish.
  • Serve the tomatoes with crusty bread, crackers, or crostini. This will help to soak up the juices.
  • Enjoy the tomatoes as part of a salad, sandwich, or appetizer. They're also a great addition to grilled meats or fish.

Conclusion:

Tomatoes are a versatile and delicious fruit that can be enjoyed in many different ways. With their bright color, sweet flavor, and juicy texture, tomatoes are a welcome addition to any meal. Whether you're enjoying them fresh, cooked, or processed, tomatoes are sure to please. So next time you're looking for a healthy and flavorful snack or meal, reach for a tomato. You won't be disappointed.

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