Not too long ago, tomato tart recipes started flooding the world of food blogging. To say the least, I was intrigued, but I really hadn’t planned on making this dish… That is, I hadn’t planned on it until my next-door neighbor dropped off a huge box of home-grown tomatoes. At that point it became more than a desire, it became a pressing need.
I had originally thought of just making a bunch of crostini, but when I saw a lovely loaf of garlic ciabatta at Trader Joes, I decided that I’d play with the tart idea in a decidedly non-baker sort of way. Ciabatta is robust enough to hold up to the moisture in the tomatoes without getting very soggy and adds a lovely flavor and crunch to the dish, which was perfect as a light breakfast for my wife and I.
If you’ve got some tomatoes hanging around this season, I would highly recommend making this, or one of the variations listed at the bottom of the post. It’s a little bit of summer on a plate, and I guarantee that you and your guests will love it.
Tomato Ciabatta Tart
Tomato Ciabatta Tart
Ingredients
Instructions
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4 Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 378Total Fat: 8gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 694mgCarbohydrates: 64gFiber: 5gSugar: 11gProtein: 13g
What I would have done Differently had I thought of it at the time:
As laid out, this is a wonderful tart/crostini, but it can be a bit difficult to manage. If you’re planning on serving this at a party or at a larger dinner, try cutting the ciabatta into small fingers or bite-sized pieces before assembly. It will make the dish much easier to deal with if it’s running around on appetizer platters.
Links to other recipes like this:
- Parmesan Tomato Tart, from Baking Bites
- Tomato Tart, from Closet Cooking
- Tomato and Goat Cheese Tart with Thyme, from Nami Nami
I could eat just that and wash it down with a little red wine. Simple and delicious!
Tried this last night – The highest praise of all came from my husband, who not only devoured his share, but made no remark about the dish being ‘meatless’ – being the carnivore he is, that’s saying something.
Definitely will be tapping into more of these treats to liven up the menu at Chez Black!
Sounds like the perfect way to use those heirlooms beckoning me:D
Just in time! I’ve been wracking my brain for something to do with these monster sized heirlooms, and this looks perfect. I do have a nice loaf of Ciabatta in the freezer, but this recipe screams for a loaf of my homemade artisan bread, which I just happen to be baking today. You’ve got my mouth watering, Jerry!
What a fabulous summery recipe. There is nothing better than utilizing fresh tomatoes this time of year!
Oh my dear!
This recipe looks wonderful… I would add crumbled feta cheese over those, yummy!
Added to my to-do list, thanks!
This dish makes a yummy breakfast, lunch or dinner, that is for sure! My husband turned me on to his version, which he dubbed “Tomatoes on Toast” years ago, using whatever bread on hand, toasted and buttered with a thick slice of homegrown tomato on top, then salt and pepper. Our kids have never known a summer without this tasty treat. Your version will definitely be on the menu this week, thank you!