Best 8 Fresh Tomato And Mozzarella On Toast Recipes

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**A burst of summer flavors awaits you in this collection of fresh tomato and mozzarella on toast recipes. From classic combinations to unique twists, these dishes are perfect for breakfast, lunch, or a light dinner. Indulge in the simplicity of ripe tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and toasted bread, or explore variations with pesto, balsamic glaze, and even a fried egg. Each recipe offers a delightful balance of flavors and textures, making them a satisfying choice for any occasion.**

**Recipes Included:**

1. **Classic Fresh Tomato and Mozzarella on Toast:** A timeless combination of juicy tomatoes, creamy mozzarella, and fresh basil on toasted bread.

2. **Caprese Toast with Balsamic Glaze:** Elevate the classic Caprese salad with toasted bread and a drizzle of balsamic glaze for a sweet and tangy twist.

3. **Pesto Tomato and Mozzarella Toast:** Add a burst of flavor with homemade pesto, ripe tomatoes, and melted mozzarella cheese.

4. **Fried Egg and Tomato Mozzarella Toast:** Start your day with a hearty and satisfying breakfast of fried eggs, tomatoes, mozzarella, and toasted bread.

5. **Avocado and Tomato Mozzarella Toast:** Combine the creaminess of avocado with juicy tomatoes, mozzarella, and toasted bread for a healthy and delicious meal.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

TOMATO AND MOZZARELLA TOAST



Tomato and Mozzarella Toast image

Mozzarella with fresh tomato and basil make this toast scrumptiously cheesy. Rubbing the toast with fresh garlic is a trick to remember for the future.

Provided by My Food and Family

Categories     Meal Recipes

Time 15m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

6 Italian bread slices, 1/2 inch thick
1 large garlic clove
3 tomatoes, each cut into 4 slices
1-1/2 cups KRAFT Shredded Mozzarella Cheese with a TOUCH OF PHILADELPHIA
1/4 cup chopped fresh basil

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 400ºF.
  • Place bread slices in single layer on baking sheet. Bake 4 min. on each side or until lightly toasted on both sides.
  • Rub toast slices with garlic; top with tomatoes and cheese.
  • Bake 2 to 3 min. or until cheese is melted. Sprinkle with basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 180, Fat 7 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, TransFat 0 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Sodium 360 mg, Carbohydrate 19 g, Fiber 2 g, Sugar 3 g, Protein 11 g

TOMATO, MOZZARELLA AND BASIL BRUSCHETTA



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Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Categories     appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 36 bruschetta

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 (32-ounce) can whole tomatoes, drained
1 cup fresh basil leaves, washed and spun dry
4 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
6 cloves garlic, peeled
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 large French baquettes, sliced 1-inch thick (about 36 slices)
1 1/2 pounds fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced 1/4-inch thick

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F.
  • In the bowl of a food processor, add drained tomatoes, 1 cup basil leaves, olive oil and 2 cloves garlic. Pulse until smooth, but somewhat chunky. Season with salt and pepper.
  • On a baking sheet, line up baguette slices. Toast in oven for about 3 minutes or until light golden brown. Working quickly, rub the remaining garlic on the toasted side of each slice and then lay a piece of mozzarella cheese on top. Place bread back in oven and melt cheese slightly, about 45 seconds. Remove from oven and spread one tablespoon of the tomato mixture on each piece.
  • Place bruschetta on decorative platter and garnish with basil leaves.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calorie, Fat 6 grams, SaturatedFat 3 grams, Cholesterol 15 milligrams, Sodium 194 milligrams, Carbohydrate 12 grams, Fiber 1 grams, Protein 6 grams, Sugar 1 grams

TOMATO & MOZZARELLA TOASTIE



Tomato & mozzarella toastie image

This classic mozzarella and tomato toastie is a simple and quick lunch option. Upgrade your sandwich with veggies, shredded chicken or pepperoni

Provided by Cassie Best

Categories     Lunch

Time 10m

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 slices of bread
2 tbsp tomato pasta or pizza sauce
50g torn mozzarella
a few torn basil leaves and a few whole leaves
shredded chicken or ham, pepperoni, sweetcorn, onions or roasted peppers
butter

Steps:

  • Spread the bread with the tomato pizza or pasta sauce. Scatter torn mozzarella and a few torn basil leaves over one slice, then add any meat or veggies you like - shredded chicken or ham, pepperoni, sweetcorn, onions or roasted peppers all work well. Top with the other slice of bread, then butter the outsides of the sandwich. Cook in a hot pan, weighed down by another heavy pan, for 2-3 mins on each side until the outside is crisp and the cheese has melted. Alternatively, cook in a sandwich toaster. Top with a few whole basil leaves and serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 535 calories, Fat 31 grams fat, SaturatedFat 18 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 37 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 4 grams sugar, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 26 grams protein, Sodium 3.2 milligram of sodium

FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO SALAD



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A splash of lemon and hint of refreshing mint brighten up the medley of red tomatoes, creamy mozzarella and ripe avocados in this colorful, sensational salad. -Lynn Scully, Rancho Santa Fe, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

6 plum tomatoes, chopped
2 cartons (8 ounces each) fresh mozzarella cheese pearls, drained
1/3 cup minced fresh basil
1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley
2 teaspoons minced fresh mint
1/4 cup lemon juice
1/4 cup olive oil
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
2 medium ripe avocados, peeled and chopped

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the tomatoes, cheese, basil, parsley and mint; set aside., In a small bowl, whisk the lemon juice, oil, salt and pepper. Pour over tomato mixture; toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour before serving., Just before serving, stir in avocados. Serve with a slotted spoon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305 calories, Fat 26g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 45mg cholesterol, Sodium 309mg sodium, Carbohydrate 8g carbohydrate (3g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 11g protein.

TOMATO TOAST WITH PEACHES, MOZZARELLA, AND MINT



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In love with Caprese salad? Then you'll definitely want to try this new take on the classic, which gets a dose of sweetness from ripe peaches.

Provided by Rebekah Peppler

Categories     Sandwich     Tomato     Appetizer     Breakfast     Kid-Friendly     Quick & Easy     Lunch     Mozzarella     Peach     Mint     Spring     Summer     Small Plates

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

6 thick slices brioche or pain de mie, toasted
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, room temperature
5 ounces fresh mozzarella, sliced 1/4" thick
2 very ripe heirloom tomatoes, sliced 1/4" thick
2 very ripe peaches, sliced 1/4" thick
Fresh mint leaves
Extra-virgin olive oil
Flaky sea salt

Steps:

  • Spread each toast evenly with butter and layer mozzarella, tomatoes, and peaches on top. Top with mint, drizzle with oil, and season with sea salt.

OPEN FACE MOZZARELLA SANDWICH



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This is a good way to use up some leftover Italian bread -- or any bread for that matter. Fresh mozzarella melted over vine ripe tomatoes and basil, then drizzled with extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar. Yummy! A nice glass of red wine and you're in heaven! Enjoy with a nice salad or a cup of soup; makes a lovely lunch or afternoon snack.

Provided by Julia Monroe

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     European     Italian

Time 25m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 slices Italian bread
4 slices ripe tomato
4 leaves fresh basil
4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, divided
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar, divided

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Lay the 4 slices of Italian bread out on the prepared baking sheet; top each piece of bread with a tomato slice, a basil leaf, and a slice of mozzarella cheese.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until the cheese has melted, about 7 minutes. Drizzle each sandwich with 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil and balsamic vinegar.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 204.5 calories, Carbohydrate 12.6 g, Cholesterol 22.3 mg, Fat 13.6 g, Fiber 0.8 g, Protein 7 g, SaturatedFat 5.2 g, Sodium 160.2 mg, Sugar 2.4 g

FRESH MOZZARELLA AND TOMATO



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Looking for a quick appetizer idea? Then check out this cheese and fresh tomatoes recipe that requires no cooking at all and is ready in just 30 minutes!

Provided by By Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Appetizer

Time 30m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

4 medium tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 1/4-inch slices
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic or red wine vinegar
2 tablespoons chopped fresh basil leaves
Freshly ground pepper

Steps:

  • On round plate, arrange tomato and cheese slices alternately. Drizzle oil and vinegar over tomatoes and cheese. Sprinkle with basil and pepper.
  • Let stand at room temperature 20 minutes to blend flavors. Cover and refrigerate leftovers.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 260, Carbohydrate 8 g, Cholesterol 30 mg, Fat 1 1/2, Fiber 2 g, Protein 16 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, ServingSize 1 Serving, Sodium 310 mg, Sugar 4 g, TransFat 0 g

ROASTED TOMATO, AVOCADO, AND FRESH MOZZARELLA CROSTINI



Roasted Tomato, Avocado, and Fresh Mozzarella Crostini image

Roasted tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, and avocado are layered on toasted bread in this quick and easy crostini recipe everyone loves.

Provided by Julie Hubert

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Canapes and Crostini Recipes

Time 59m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

2 vine-ripened tomatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices
¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil, divided
sea salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons butter
8 diagonally sliced pieces baguette
1 clove garlic, halved
8 ounces fresh mozzarella cheese, cut into 8 thin slices
1 large avocado - halved, pitted, and thinly sliced
½ small lemon
¼ cup roughly chopped fresh dill
1 pinch flaked salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Arrange tomato slices on the baking sheet and top with about 3 tablespoons olive oil, sea salt, and pepper.
  • Roast in the preheated oven until tomatoes are wilted, wrinkly, and scorched in some places, 25 to 30 minutes. Set aside to cool.
  • Heat butter in a large skillet over medium heat. Place bread slices in the skillet and cook until crisp and golden in parts, 2 to 3 minutes per side.
  • Remove bread from skillet and rub garlic onto each slice; sprinkle sea salt over bread.
  • Layer mozzarella cheese on the toasted bread and top with avocado slices. Sprinkle sea salt over avocado and squeeze lemon over it. Top with roasted tomatoes and dill. Drizzle remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil over crostini and sprinkle with flaked salt.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 278.3 calories, Carbohydrate 14.3 g, Cholesterol 29.9 mg, Fat 21.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 8 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 253.6 mg, Sugar 2.2 g

Tips:

  • Use ripe, juicy tomatoes for the best flavor.
  • Toast the bread until it's golden brown and crispy.
  • Slice the mozzarella cheese thinly so it melts easily.
  • Drizzle the tomatoes with olive oil and balsamic vinegar for extra flavor.
  • Top the toast with fresh basil or oregano for a pop of color and flavor.
  • Serve the toast immediately while it's still warm and the cheese is melted.

Conclusion:

Fresh tomato and mozzarella on toast is a classic Italian dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It's also a great way to use up ripe tomatoes from the garden. With just a few simple ingredients, you can create a delicious and satisfying meal that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy lunch or dinner, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!

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