It’s not that you need a recipe for a tomato sandwich, but honestly, I’m sharing this to make sure you don’t forget to savor one with those perfect summer tomatoes.
A classic tomato sandwich is nothing more than soft bread, juicy tomatoes with salt, pepper, and a smear of creamy mayonnaise. Perfection.
- They taste so darn good.
- They’re the perfect simple meal for slices of juicy tomatoes.
- They’re easy to make for a quick snack or a light summer supper.
Ingredients in Tomato Sandwiches
Tomatoes: Big sandwiches call for big tomatoes! I love heirloom tomatoes or Beefsteak tomatoes, but honestly, any ripe, juicy variety works.
Bread: White sandwich bread is classic for soaking up all that fresh tomato juice. Swap out the white bread for sourdough or thick slices of brioche.
Mayonnaise: Use a good quality mayo like Duke’s mayonnaise or Hellmanns.
Seasonings: Sprinkle a little salt and pepper, lemon pepper, or everything bagel seasoning on the tomatoes before assembling a tomato sandwich – anything goes!
Variations
You can add variations but I do think the best tomato sandwich is kept simple.
- Roasted tomatoes are juicy and great over toast.
- Tomatoes marinated in oil, vinegar, and basil also make a tasty sandwich.
- Serve it open-faced on ricotta toast with a fried egg and a slice of bacon for a yummy breakfast, or turn it into a BLT.
- Add fresh basil, red onion, lettuce, or cheese.
How to Make a Tomato Sandwich
As much as a love a BLT, this sandwich is truly one of the best ways to enjoy fresh summer tomatoes!
- Cut tomatoes and place them on clean paper towels.
- Season tomatoes with salt and black pepper.
- Spread mayo on each slice of bread and layer tomatoes on top.
- Top with a second slice of bread and cut in half before serving.
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Classic Tomato Sandwich
A classic Southern tomato sandwich is simple perfection in every bite.
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Use a serrated knife to cut tomatoes into thick ½-inch slices.
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Place the tomato slices on a paper towel for 1-2 minutes to soak up some of the moisture. Season with salt and pepper.
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Meanwhile, spread mayonnaise onto one side of each piece of bread.
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Layer tomatoes onto half of the bread slices. Place remaining bread slices on top.
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Cut sandwiches in half and serve immediately.
Calories: 377 | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 24g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 14g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.1g | Cholesterol: 12mg | Sodium: 452mg | Potassium: 516mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 1535IU | Vitamin C: 25mg | Calcium: 90mg | Iron: 3mg
Nutrition information provided is an estimate and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
Course Lunch, Sandwich, Snack
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