Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches Recipe

A burst of fresh flavor in just 20 minutes! This vibrant vegetarian recipe from Kathy Farrell-Kingsley elevates simple tomato and basil into an irresistible open-face sandwich. Perfectly toasted muffins topped with a creamy basil pesto and juicy tomato slices – it's a quick, easy, and incredibly satisfying meal or appetizer. Get ready for a taste of summer!

Prep Time 10 mins

Cook Time 20 mins

Calories 195.2 kcal

Protein 13g

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Ingredients for Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches

Fresh Basil Leaves
1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
2 tablespoons olive oil
Garlic Clove
Greek Yogurt
English Muffins
Tomatoes
Salt to taste
Freshly ground black pepper to taste

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How to Make Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches

Combine 1 cup packed fresh basil leaves, 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese, 2 tablespoons olive oil, and 1 clove minced garlic in a food processor or blender. Blend until smooth.
Add 1/4 cup plain yogurt and blend until completely smooth and creamy.
Season the basil mixture generously with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste.
Preheat your broiler to high.
Arrange muffin halves (about 4-6) on a baking sheet.
Broil the muffins for 1-2 minutes, or until lightly toasted and golden brown.
Spread a generous layer of the basil mixture onto each toasted muffin half.
Top each muffin half with 2-3 slices of fresh tomato.
Broil for another 1-2 minutes, or until the tomatoes are slightly softened and heated through. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

9 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches?

Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches takes about 30 minutes from start to finish — roughly 10 minutes to prepare and 20 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches?

Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches has approximately 195.2 calories per serving, with about 13 g protein, 9 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches?

The key ingredients for Open Face Tomato Basil Sandwiches are Fresh Basil Leaves, Parmesan Cheese, Olive Oil, Garlic Clove, Greek Yogurt, English Muffins. See the full list with measurements above.