Richly Textured Tomato and Egg Open Toast
Perfect for Weekend Brunch! Nutritious, Fresh, and Savory Tomato and Egg Open Toast
Introducing the ‘Tomato and Egg Open Toast’ – a nutritious, fresh, and savory delight perfect for your weekend brunch! While simple to make, this recipe offers a wonderfully rich texture and a perfectly balanced flavor profile that you can customize to your heart’s content. Each bite is a delightful combination of fresh ingredients.
Main Ingredients- 2 or more slices of bread (adjust to your preference)
- 2 fresh eggs
- 1/2 cucumber
- 2 cups cherry tomatoes (about 10-12)
- 2 tablespoons cream cheese
- Pinch of salt (for seasoning)
- Dash of lemon juice (for pickling cucumber)
- Olive oil (for cooking and finishing)
- Pinch of pepper (for egg seasoning)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
1. Toast the bread slices until golden brown and crispy on both sides, either in a toaster or a frying pan. The warmth of freshly toasted bread enhances the overall flavor of the open toast.
Step 2
2. Wash the cucumber thoroughly and then slice it lengthwise as thinly as possible. Place the thin cucumber slices in a bowl, add a pinch of salt and the lemon juice, and gently toss to combine. Let it sit for about 10 minutes to pickle. This process softens the cucumber, making it easier to shape on the toast while retaining its crispness.
Step 3
3. Rinse the cherry tomatoes under running water. Blanch them in boiling water for about 15 seconds, then immediately rinse under cold water. This makes the skins easy to peel and helps maintain their fresh texture.
Step 4
4. Crack the eggs into a bowl. Add a pinch of salt and a dash of pepper, and whisk well to break the yolks and combine evenly. Whisking thoroughly ensures a smooth and creamy scrambled egg texture.
Step 5
5. Heat about 1/2 tablespoon of olive oil in a non-stick pan over medium-low heat. Pour in the whisked eggs and cook, stirring gently with chopsticks or a spatula to create soft, large curds. Avoid overcooking to maintain a moist and tender texture.
Step 6
6. Take the pickled cucumber slices from step 2 and place them between your palms. Gently squeeze them firmly to remove excess water. Draining the water well prevents the toast from becoming soggy and preserves the cucumber’s fresh flavor.
Step 7
7. Spread a generous layer of soft cream cheese evenly over one side of each toasted bread slice using a spoon. The cream cheese adds a wonderful richness and creaminess to the toast base.
Step 8
8. Now it’s time to assemble your open toast! On the cream cheese-covered bread, generously top one half with the softly cooked scrambled eggs. On the other half, arrange the drained cucumber slices, gently folded in half, and top with the halved cherry tomatoes. Finish by drizzling a little olive oil over the toppings. Your delicious Tomato and Egg Open Toast is complete! Since the cucumber is lightly salted, the olive oil alone provides a wonderfully fresh and savory flavor. If you prefer a touch of sweetness and tang, feel free to add a drizzle of balsamic glaze over the finished toast for an extra layer of flavor.
