Munchy Monday #8: Tomato bread

For all of you out there who are watching your weight, want to lose some, want to eat healthier, or simply would like to try something different, this is a simple, economical and delicious way of eating bread without margarine. It is locally called "pa amb tomàquet" which means literally "bread with tomato".

You will need:

Ripe tomatoes (the beefsteak kind is ideal)
Bread (high fibre, white sliced, french baguette, ciabatta...)
Olive oil
Grater and bowl or plastic container
Salt (optional)

Method:

Cut the tomato horizontally and grate only the flesh into the bowl using the part with big holes. Discard skins. Add olive oil (and salt) and stir.
Take a piece of bread and lightly coat one side with the tomato mix. Easy!

French baguette or home made semolina bread

Note: This is also delicious if you toast the bread first. My favourite way of serving it then is with anchovies placed strategically over the top.

 Tomato bread with olives from our own trees.

Another note: The advantage of this bread is that it steers you away from the temptation of eating it with sweet toppings. It can be accompanied by olives, salt-cured ham, chorizo sausage, omelette or served with your meal when you eat out. Having said that, I have a niece who eats tomato bread and black chocolate for breakfast when she is over here!