Tostada con Tomate y Aceite
Tostada con Tomate y Aceite is a classic Spanish breakfast consisting of toasted bread rubbed with garlic and fresh tomato, then drizzled with high-quality olive oil. It originates from Spain, particularly popular in Catalonia where it is known as 'Pa amb tomàquet'.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is primarily a source of healthy fats from olive oil and carbohydrates from the bread, with minimal protein. A typical serving contains roughly 200-300 calories, providing heart-healthy monounsaturated fats and lycopene from the tomato.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 180 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Carbs | 22 g |
| Fat | 9 g |
| Fiber | 2 g |
| Sugar | 2 g |
| Sodium | 200 mg |
| Potassium | 120 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Magnesium | 25 mg |
| Phosphorus | 60 mg |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamine) | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 2 mg |
| Vitamin E | 1.5 mg |
| Folate | 40 µg |
Per 1 slice (approx. 50 g bread + 15 g tomato + 5 g oil) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it is a staple of Spanish cuisine often served as a simple breakfast or tapa, highlighting the importance of high-quality olive oil and fresh ingredients. Nutritionally, the combination of olive oil and tomato enhances the absorption of fat-soluble antioxidants like lycopene.
