Kızarmış Ekmek

Kızarmış Ekmek, a delicious and crispy Turkish breakfast dish, features toasted bread topped with ripe tomatoes, fresh herbs, and a drizzle of olive oil. This dairy-free delight is quick to prepare and perfect for a savory start to your day.

Ingredients

• Whole grain bread - 4 slices
• Ripe tomatoes - 2 medium, diced
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Fresh basil - 1 tablespoon, chopped
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Red pepper flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat a skillet over medium heat.
2. While the skillet is heating, prepare the topping by combining the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped parsley, chopped basil, olive oil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes in a bowl. Mix well.
3. Once the skillet is hot, place the slices of whole grain bread in the skillet and toast them for about 2-3 minutes on each side, or until golden brown and crispy.
4. Remove the toasted bread from the skillet and place them on a serving plate.
5. Top each slice of toasted bread with the tomato mixture, ensuring an even distribution.
6. Serve immediately while the bread is still warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 220
• Protein: 5 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 3 g
• Sodium: 200 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 9 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in dietary fiber from whole grain bread and tomatoes, promoting digestive health.
• Contains healthy fats from olive oil, which can support heart health.

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