Maltese Tomato And Tuna Sandwich Recipe

Name: Maltese Tomato And Tuna Sandwich
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 loaf of crusty sourdough bread or ciabatta; 2 very ripe, large, juicy tomatoes, any variety except Roma; 2 hardboiled eggs, sliced; 1 can Italian solid packed tuna in olive oil, such as Cento brand; 1/2 cup cooked cannelini or other white beans; 1/2 cup olives, pitted and sliced (your favorite variety); 1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced; a handful fresh basil and mint leaves; olive oil to taste; salt and pepper to taste; Garnish: your choice of assorted pickled vegetables

Servings: persons

1 loaf of crusty sourdough bread or ciabatta
2 very ripe, large, juicy tomatoes, any variety except Roma
2 hardboiled eggs, sliced
1 can Italian solid packed tuna in olive oil, such as Cento brand
1/2 cup cooked cannelini or other white beans
1/2 cup olives, pitted and sliced (your favorite variety)
1/4 red onion, very thinly sliced
a handful fresh basil and mint leaves
olive oil to taste
salt and pepper to taste
Garnish: your choice of assorted pickled vegetables

1
Slice bread into 4 sections, then slice each section in half.
2
Lightly toast sliced bread and set aside.
3
Cut tomatoes in half, then grate cut edges on largest holes of a box grater, capturing all pulp and juices and removing skins. Set aside in a bowl. (Traditionally, the tomato is cut and rubbed against the cut surface of the bread, but I prefer my method, which is less messy and keeps the bread more intact.)
4
Spoon and spread some of the tomato pulp and juices onto each piece of toasted bread.
5
Serve on a plate alongside an assortment of the remaining ingredients to layer into an open-faced sandwich. I recommend topping first with tuna, then with beans and olives, then garnishing with slices of onion and herbs.

1009

kcal

Calories

105

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

My Personal Notes

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 loaf of crusty sourdough bread or ciabatta, 2 very ripe, large, juicy tomatoes, any variety except Roma, 2 hardboiled eggs, sliced, 1 can Italian solid packed tuna in olive oil, such as Cento brand, and more.

Yes, Maltese Tomato And Tuna Sandwich falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Maltese Tomato And Tuna Sandwich

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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