Treat yourself to this scrumptious Roasted Tomato Tartine! This mouthwatering French open-faced sandwich is super easy to make, and you'll love the irresistible tomato-basil flavor. Makes a great lunch or light dinner!
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Ginnie's Take
I don't know about you, but I can't resist savory toasts. They're so simple, yet so satisfying to make! Avocado is a classic topping of course, but it's fun to get creative with other savory ingredients, and this gorgeous Tomato Tartine is a favorite of mine. It pairs juicy roasted tomatoes with creamy cheese on crusty bread. A vibrant pesto dressing pulls all the flavors together. Yum!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Easy to Make - A tartine is a French open-faced sandwich. While that may sound fancy, it really is just toast! This recipe uses simple ingredients, and it's easy to make.
- Mouthwatering Flavor - Tomatoes + basil is a classic summer pairing for a reason: they're so delicious together! Add in some creamy cheese and crusty bread, and you have an irresistible treat.
- Versatile - You can serve these tempting toasts for a laid back, yet impressive brunch, lunch, or dinner dish, and they make a great snack or appetizer, too!
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Ingredients
This recipe uses simple, easy to find ingredients. Here's what you'll need:
- Tomatoes - These delicious toasts are topped with roasted cherry tomatoes. They're easy to make with cherry tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, salt and pepper, plus some fresh herbs. I used rosemary and thyme, but almost anything goes (try basil, parsley, chives, sage, etc.).
- Cheese - A layer of goat cheese adds a creamy touch to these toasts. The logs that you can find in any grocery store work great. Tip: Other cheeses can also be used. Check out the Variations section below for ideas.
- Bread - Choose a sturdy bread, like sourdough, that will stand up to the toppings.
- Dressing - This finishing touch is a drizzle of homemade Pesto Salad Dressing. It's made with typical pesto ingredients (fresh basil, olive oil, parmesan, and garlic), plus a little lemon juice to brighten the other flavors.
This recipe is naturally vegetarian and nut free. The Variations section below has helpful tips for adapting the recipe for vegan and gluten free eaters.
You'll Also Need
Grab a large baking sheet (or two) to roast the tomatoes and to cook the bread. You'll also need a food processor or blender to prepare the dressing.
How to Make a Tomato Tartine
This Cherry Tomato Toast recipe has a few steps, but each one is super easy! You'll find a detailed recipe card below, but here's an overview of the steps:
- Roast tomatoes. Start by roasting the tomatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Halfway through you'll add some fresh garlic, and once they're done baking, you'll mix them with fresh herbs.
- Make dressing. While the tomatoes roast, mince a garlic clove in your food processor. Add fresh basil, olive oil, parmesan cheese, lemon juice, salt, and pepper, then process until the dressing is smooth.
- Toast bread. When the tomatoes are done, turn on your broiler. Brush the bread with olive oil on both sides, then broil each side until lightly toasted. Sprinkle with salt.
- Spread cheese on bread. When everything's ready, spread the goat cheese on the toasts.
- Top with tomatoes. Arrange the tomatoes over the goat cheese.
- Drizzle with dressing. Finish by spooning some of the dressing over the tomatoes.
Okay, time to enjoy your beautiful Tomato Tartines! You are going to love each and every bite of these delicious sandwiches.
Variations
Feel like experimenting? Here are a few variations to try:
- Cheese - Not a goat cheese fan? Top the toasts with another spreadable cheese, such as cream cheese, mascarpone, or Boursin. Ricotta and burrata would also work, as would crumbled feta (choose a creamier variety, if possible).
- Tomatoes - Swap out the cherry tomatoes for baked grape tomatoes, or cut larger tomatoes into wedges and roast those instead.
- Bread - Substitute any sort of rustic, crusty bread for the sourdough, such ciabatta, focaccia, or a baguette.
- Dressing - Replace the pesto dressing with homemade pesto (or store bought).
- Spicy - Add a little kick by sprinkling the finished sandwich with crushed red pepper flakes or add a spoonful of Calabrian chili peppers to the dressing.
- Gluten Free - Use gluten free sourdough in place of the regular bread.
- Vegan - For a vegan / dairy free version, replace the goat cheese with a spreadable, plant based cheese (like the chive cream cheese or this vegan ricotta), and skip the cheese in the dressing (or use vegan parm).
Serving Suggestions
You can serve these open-face Tomato Sandwiches on their own for a relaxed lunch or dinner, or pair them with a light salad, such as this refreshing Nectarine Salad or this easy Mixed Green Salad. They'd also be wonderful served with a simple side dish, like this French Potato Salad, Grilled Vegetables, or even an Italian Pasta Salad. Serve this Strawberry Compote over ice cream for dessert!
Storage
This recipe should be assembled right before serving, but you can roast the tomatoes and make the dressing in advance. Both will keep for about three to four days in the refrigerator.
Related Recipes
Looking for similar sandwich ideas? Try one of these toast recipes next:
- This yummy Peach Toast pairs juicy peaches with creamy cheese and hot honey.
- If you're searching for more tomato recipes, don't miss this tasty Ricotta Tomato Toast or this delectable Spanish Tomato Bread (AKA Pan con Tomate)!
- These pretty Radish Sandwiches couldn't be easier to make (or more delicious)!
- These delish Chickpea Salad Sandwiches are bursting with bright flavors.
- Craving comfort food? My Mushroom Open-Faced Sandwich recipe is a must for cheese lovers!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A tartine is a French open-faced sandwich. It's made by topping a slice of bread (usually toasted or grilled) with sweet or savory toppings.
A tartine is a type of sandwich. It's the French name for an open-face sandwich.
Tartine is pronounced like tar-teen. Listen to the pronunciation here.
Sturdy bread, such as sourdough, a baguette, or another rustic loaf, works best for tartines. You need something that's hearty enough to stand up to the toppings.
Tomato Tartine
Ingredients
For Tomatoes:
- 16 ounces (454 grams) cherry tomatoes
- 1 ½ tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 large clove garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh herbs (such as basil, parsley, rosemary, thyme, oregano, or chives)
- kosher salt and pepper
For Dressing:
- 1 large clove garlic
- 2 cups fresh basil leaves (lightly packed)
- ½ cup + 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup shredded Parmesan cheese
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- few grinds pepper
For Tartines:
- 4 slices sourdough bread
- 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
- 4 ounces (113 grams) goat cheese
Equipment
- Food Processor (or Blender)
Instructions
Prepare Tomatoes:
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Place tomatoes on a large baking sheet, the drizzle with olive oil, and season generously with salt and pepper. Mix well.
- Bake for 10 minutes, then stir in garlic. Continue roasting until tomatoes are shriveled and some are popped (about 10 to 15 minutes more).
- Remove from oven, then stir in the fresh herbs and season to taste with additional salt and pepper (if needed). Set aside.
Prepare Dressing:
- Meanwhile, place garlic clove in food processor and mince.
- Add basil, olive oil, parmesan, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Process ingredients together until well blended and mostly smooth.
- Season generously with additional salt to taste. (I used about 1 teaspoon total.)
Prepare Tartines:
- When tomatoes are done roasting, switch oven to broil, and move rack to top shelf.
- Place bread slices on a baking sheet, then brush both side with olive oil.
- Broil toasts until golden (about 1 to 2 minutes), then flip and cook until golden on other side (about 1 to 2 minutes more). Remove from oven and sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Spread goat cheese over toasted bread, then top with tomatoes.
- Drizzle 2 teaspoons basil dressing over each tartine, then serve immediately. Enjoy!
Notes
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