Viral Tomato Ice Toast (Printable Version)

Savory frozen tomato ice with basil, garlic, and olive oil, served over toasted bread for a unique starter.

# What You'll Need:

→ Tomatoes

01 - 1 (28 ounce) can whole peeled tomatoes, drained

→ Aromatics & Herbs

02 - 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
03 - 2 tablespoons fresh basil, finely chopped

→ Dressing

04 - 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
05 - 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar

→ To Serve

06 - 4 slices rustic bread, toasted

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Transfer the drained whole peeled tomatoes into a freezer-safe container and freeze overnight until completely solid.
02 - Remove tomatoes from the freezer and, working quickly, grate them using a microplane or fine grater into a bowl. Discard any tough core pieces.
03 - Stir the minced garlic and chopped basil into the grated tomato ice, then gently mix to distribute aromatics evenly.
04 - Drizzle extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar over the mixture, tossing lightly to coat.
05 - Spoon the savory tomato ice mixture generously over slices of warm, toasted rustic bread. Serve immediately for optimal flavor and texture.

# Additional Tips::

01 -
  • Uses mostly pantry staples like canned tomatoes and olive oil
  • No cooking required aside from toasting bread so minimal mess or fuss
  • Impresses with its fresh savory take and playful presentation
  • Vegan and dairy free but feels luxe and restaurant worthy
  • Ready ahead of time just freeze overnight and assemble in minutes
02 -
  • High in vitamin C and antioxidants from tomatoes
  • Great for making ahead and assembling just before serving
  • Works beautifully with gluten free bread for a crowd
03 -
  • Use the best quality tomatoes you can find for pure and bright flavor
  • Rough up the surface of your bread with a fork before toasting to help the tomato ice cling
  • It is fun to experiment with global flavors Adding zaatar sumac or smoked paprika gives new twists
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