Sun-dried Tomato, Paneer and Basil Spread On Toast
by Tarla Dalal
Tangy tomatoes, succulent paneer, fresh basil and perky green chillies, all in one flavourful Italian style spread, which sits perfectly atop a golden toast. Rich in nutrients, the Sun-Dried Tomatoes, Paneer and Basil Spread on Toast, is a snack that is sure to satiate your tummy and taste-buds. You can do away with excess fat by using low-fat paneer for the spread. With a melange of exotic flavours, this snack is perfect for parties too. Do not make the spread too much in advance as the basil tends to turn black.
Sun-dried Tomato, Paneer and Basil Spread On Toast recipe - How to make Sun-dried Tomato, Paneer and Basil Spread On Toast
Soaking time: 30 minutes Preparation Time: Cooking Time: Total Time:
Makes 10 toasts
10 toasted whole wheat bread slices
For The Sun Dried Tomato , Paneer and Basil Spread
1/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes
1 cup low-fat paneer (cottage cheese) cubes
1/2 cup roughly chopped basil
1 tsp finely chopped green chillies
salt to taste
For The Garnish
1/4 cup finely chopped black olives
For the spread
- For the spread
- Soak the sun-dried tomatoes in enough hot water for 30 minutes. Drain well and roughly chop them.
- Combine all the ingredients, including the sun dried tomatoes, and blend in a mixer into a smooth paste.
How to proceed
- How to proceed
- Place the toasted bread slices on a clean dry surface and apply 2 tbsp of the sun-dried tomatoes , paneer and basil spread on each toasted bread slice.
- Serve immediately garnished with black olives.
| Energy | 96 cal |
| Protein | 2.7 g |
| Carbohydrates | 17 g |
| Fiber | 1.4 g |
| Fat | 0.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Vitamin A | 490.2 mcg |
| Vitamin B1 | 0.1 mg |
| Vitamin B2 | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B3 | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin C | 18.4 mg |
| Folic Acid | 20.9 mcg |
| Calcium | 180.9 mg |
| Iron | 0.9 mg |
| Magnesium | 24.3 mg |
| Phosphorus | 38.4 mg |
| Sodium | 1089.7 mg |
| Potassium | 101.1 mg |
| Zinc | 0 mg |
Can I use dry basil??
The combo of low-fat paneer with sun dried tomatoes is really tasty... I enjoyed it as a dip with baked crackers.