Fragrant Basil Pesto and Sun-Dried Tomato Bagel Delight
Sun-Dried Tomato Recipe Series, Part 2: Pan con Tomate & Basil Pesto Bagel
Tomatoes are undeniably delicious, and we can’t overlook the wonderful additions of basil pesto and ‘Pan con Tomate’ when enjoying them. Today, I’ll share two fantastic ways to savor your sun-dried tomatoes. This recipe offers a delightful twist for breakfast or brunch, combining vibrant flavors and textures.
Ingredients- 1 Bagel
- 80g Sun-dried tomatoes (oil-packed)
- 1/2 Clove fresh garlic
- 1 Tbsp Basil pesto
- Pinch of salt
- Pinch of black pepper
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, slice your bagel in half. Place the bagel halves into a toaster or under a broiler until golden brown and slightly crisp. Once toasted, you can optionally slice them in half again for easier eating. This creates a warm, crunchy base for our toppings.
Step 2
Peel the half clove of fresh garlic. Take the cut side of the garlic and rub it generously over the toasted surface of one half of the bagel. This infuses the bagel with a subtle, aromatic garlic flavor, a key component of ‘Pan con Tomate’.
Step 3
Arrange the sun-dried tomatoes evenly over the garlic-rubbed bagel half. Using the back of a spoon, gently press down on the tomatoes to lightly mash them. This helps them adhere better to the bagel and releases some of their flavorful oil.
Step 4
Sprinkle a tiny pinch of salt over the tomatoes, followed by a light grinding of fresh black pepper. This simple step completes the ‘Pan con Tomate’ style topping, creating a burst of fresh, savory flavor.
Step 5
Now, take the other bagel half. Spread about 0.5 teaspoon of basil pesto evenly across its toasted surface. Ensure the vibrant green pesto coats the bagel from edge to edge for a balanced flavor in every bite.
Step 6
Finally, top the pesto-covered bagel half with more of the lightly mashed sun-dried tomatoes. This brings our ‘Basil Pesto & Sun-Dried Tomato Bagel’ creation to life! Arrange them so they are easy to bite into. Enjoy this delightful and flavorful bagel creation for a special breakfast or snack.
