Tomato Sandwich on Sourdough

Crusty artisan sourdough bread paired with juicy heirloom tomatoes create a simply magic sandwich combination.

When is a 115°F in Arizona, the only thing that sounds good for lunch is a fresh tomato sandwich and this is the best version you will find.

If you look forward to summer-fresh tomatoes all year long, you will love this simple sandwich that highlights the best of summer's bounty.

Ingredients

This classic tomato sandwich is all about high quality ingredients.

• Heirloom tomatoes: These tomatoes come in a variety of shapes and colors, their rich flavor that makes them perfect for showcasing in their fresh, natural state. For this sandwich red heirloom tomatoes work best.
• Sourdough bread: This crusty bread is simply the best! The sturdy nature of sourdough is the perfect vehicle to hold the juicy heirloom tomatoes. I make my own sourdough but store-bought works as well.
• Mayonnaise: I like to use avocado oil mayo here but feel free to use your favorite brand.
• Salt and pepper: These 2 ingredients play a key role here. Salt brings out the flavor in the tomatoes and pepper enhances the umami flavor from the tomatoes. I really enjoy using flakey salt to season the tomatoes.
• Olive oil: A drizzle of olive oil to toast the sourdough enhances the overall texture and mouth-feel of the sandwich.

Step by step directions

Step 1: Cut the tomatoes

Slice the tomatoes about ½ inch thick. Season them with salt and pepper.

Step 2: Toast the sourdough bread

Drizzle olive oil on both sides of the sourdough bread slices and lightly toast them in a pan for about 1-2 minutes.

Step 3: Spread the mayonnaise

Spread mayonnaise on the toasted sourdough slices and assemble the sandwiches by layering the fresh tomatoes on one side of the bread and topping with the other slice of toasted bread.

Step 4: Slice and serve

Slice the sandwiches in half and enjoy.