Description
Creamy Mediterranean tahini toasts spark culinary magic with their rich, nutty essence. Gourmet ingredients and simple preparation invite you to savor a delightful blend of textures and flavors that transport senses to sun-drenched coastal kitchens.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 slices bread (sourdough, whole wheat, or other)
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) tahini
Flavor Enhancers:
- 1 teaspoon (5 milliliters) honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon (1.25 milliliters) cinnamon
Toppings:
- sliced bananas
- strawberries
- chopped nuts
- sesame seeds
- olive oil (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Select quality bread slices and position them in a toaster or under the broiler until they achieve a rich golden-brown color with crisp edges.
- Remove the toasted bread and let it cool for 30 seconds to prevent the tahini from becoming too runny when spread.
- Using a butter knife or offset spatula, generously apply smooth tahini across the entire surface of each toast, ensuring an even, thick layer that covers edge to edge.
- For those desiring a touch of sweetness, gently cascade honey or maple syrup over the tahini-coated surface, allowing it to create delicate ribbons.
- Enhance the flavor profile by dusting the toast with a light sprinkle of ground cinnamon, which adds warmth and complexity.
- Customize your creation by artfully arranging toppings such as thinly sliced bananas, fresh strawberry segments, roughly chopped almonds or walnuts, and a delicate scattering of sesame seeds.
- For an additional luxurious finish, trail a thin stream of high-quality extra virgin olive oil across the prepared toast.
- Serve immediately while the toast remains warm and crisp, ensuring maximum flavor and textural enjoyment of this sophisticated, nutrient-dense snack.
Notes
- Customize bread selection by using whole grain, gluten-free, or sourdough options for different dietary preferences and nutritional boosts.
- Toast bread carefully to prevent burning, aiming for a golden-brown color that provides a crispy texture without becoming too dark or bitter.
- Try tahini brands and types, as some have richer, nuttier flavors that can enhance the overall taste of the toast.
- Add extra nutrition by incorporating seeds, nuts, or fresh fruit toppings that complement the creamy tahini and provide additional texture and flavor complexity.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks
- Method: Toasting
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 340 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 250 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 34 g
- Fiber: 5 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg