Mexican Veg Toast
by Tarla Dalal
A crispy toast with crunchy veggies, the Mexican Veg Toast will be loved by all!
It is wonderful for kids parties and get-togethers because it is an open toast and the very sight of the crisp bread topped with gooey cheese and colourful veggies like onions, tomatoes, capsicum and sweet corn, is very appetizing!
Moreover, since the veggies are sautéed the aroma is also very strong. The combo of ingredients gives the toast an exotic Mexican touch, which further tempts you to grab a bite!
You can also try other recipes like the Mixed Vegetable Open Toast and the Mushroom Oregano Open Toast Sandwich .
Mexican Veg Toast recipe - How to make Mexican Veg Toast
Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 8 toasts
3 tbsp oil
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
1/2 cup finely chopped capsicum
1/2 cup finely chopped tomatoes
1 cup boiled sweet corn kernels (makai ke dane)
2 tbsp finely chopped coriander (dhania)
salt to taste
1/4 cup grated processed cheese
4 toasted bread slices
4 tsp butter
- Method
- Put the oil in a microwave safe bowl and microwave on high for 30 seconds.
- Add the onions, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring once after 1 minute.
- Add the green chillies and capsicum, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring once after 1 minute.
- Add the tomatoes, corn, coriander and salt, mix well and microwave on high for 2 minutes, stirring once after 1 minute.
- Add the cheese and mix well.
- Divide the mixture into 8 equal portions and keep aside.
- Place a bread slice on a clean dry surface and apply 1 tsp of butter and spread it evenly.
- Put one portion of the prepared corn mixture over it and spread it evenly.
- Cut it into 2 pieces. Using a sharp knife.
- Repeat steps 7 to 9 to make 6 more toast.
- Serve immediately.
| Energy | 118 cal |
| Protein | 2.2 g |
| Carbohydrates | 10.8 g |
| Fiber | 0.8 g |
| Fat | 7.6 g |
| Cholesterol | 6.3 mg |
| Vitamin A | 226.9 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.2 mg |
| Vitamin C | 15.5 mg |
| Folic Acid | 7.2 mcg |
| Calcium | 32 mg |
| Iron | 0.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 0 mg |
| Phosphorus | 0 mg |
| Sodium | 15.3 mg |
| Potassium | 52.9 mg |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg |
This toast works great as a snack.. for all. Everybody loved this recipe.. specially the kids enjoyed it..