Sliced Tomato with Salt & Pepper is one of the simplest and most flavorful ways to enjoy ripe tomatoes.
Ingredients
- 1–2 ripe tomatoes
- Salt, to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the tomatoes.
- Slice into rounds or wedges.
- Arrange on a plate.
- Sprinkle lightly with salt.
- Add freshly ground black pepper.
- Serve immediately.
Optional Additions
- A drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil
- A few drops of balsamic vinegar
- Fresh basil or parsley
- Thinly sliced onion
- Crumbled feta or mozzarella cheese
Nutrition (Approximate, per medium tomato)
- Calories: ~22
- Carbohydrates: ~5 g
- Fiber: ~1.5 g
- Protein: ~1 g
- Fat: ~0 g
- Rich in vitamin C, potassium, and the antioxidant lycopene.
This dish works well as a side, a light snack, or part of a summer meal when tomatoes are at their peak flavor.