November 20, 2023 by Domi

Seriously Good Almond Tomato Bread Spread (6 ingredients + spices)

Name: Seriously Good Almond Tomato Bread Spread (6 ingredients + spices)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 cups almonds ((toasted)); 2 medium size onions; 1 clove of garlic; 3-4 tbsp oil ((olive oil or rapeseed oil)); 3 tbsp tomato paste; 1 cup hot water/ vegetable broth ((+ more for liquidy texture)); 1 tsp honey; 2 tbsp nutritional yeasts; 1/2 tsp herbal pepper; 1 tsp veggie bullion powder; salt to taste ((about 3/4 tsp))

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This almond tomato bread spread will brighten up every sandwich of yours! It’s super easy to make, extremely nutritious, packed with flavors, and delicious! You can use it as a bread spread, dip with crackers and shortbread, or even a snack with fresh veggies. Hi dear! I hope you are

Prep time 20

Cook time 5

Total time 25

This almond tomato bread spread will brighten up every sandwich of yours! It’s super easy to make, extremely nutritious, packed with flavors, and delicious! You can use it as a bread spread, dip with crackers and shortbread, or even a snack with fresh veggies.

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Hi dear!

I hope you are enjoying this autumn and are ready to enter the winter season very soon! I can’t believe, and somehow I am not yet ready for winter, what about you?

However, last Friday, when I was going by car with my friends to visit my family, the snow started to fall on the way. It was already dark outside, so we couldn’t see much, but the following day, when I woke up and looked through the window, I couldn’t believe my eyes! Everything looked like a winter wonderland, indeed! I got dressed immediately and went for a long walk. As I look through the window while writing this, the snow is melting because the temperature is not yet low, but it still looks lovely!

Today, I am sharing the almond tomato bread spread recipe, one of my favorite spreads! It’s super easy to make, but trust me when I say whoever tries it is impressed and immediately asks for the recipe.

I love using this almond tomato bread spread as an alternative to butter and get even more healthy fats into my body. I can eat this with a spoon or fresh veggies!
It’s an exceptional idea to use this kind of bread spread to make sandwiches for kids and somehow to smuggle more nutrients into their diet. You can get creative, make spreads, and dip out of everything; it’s super fun!

Why you will love this almond tomato bread spread recipe?

Uncomplicated to make
Only a few ingredients needed
Immensely nutritious
Versatile to use
Impressive to whoever tries it!
Kids friendly
Alternative to butter

Almonds: A Source of Nutrients and Health-Promoting Compounds

Nuts are essential in our diet. They provide a good source of protein, fiber, and many micronutrients our body needs to function well. Today, I would like to share a few science-based facts about almonds. I will try to answer these two questions: why you should eat almonds daily and what health benefits you will get from consuming them. Let’s dive in, shall we?

In epidemiological studies, the consumption of almonds has been associated with several therapeutic and protective health benefits. Clinical studies have verified the modulatory effects on serum glucose, lipid, and uric acid levels, the regulatory role on body weight, and protective effects against diabetes, obesity, metabolic syndrome, and cardiovascular diseases.

Almonds contain lipids (around 50%), proteins (about 25%), and carbohydrates (about 20%) and have a low moisture content and diverse minor bioactive compounds. The beneficial effects of almond consumption are associated with its composition of macro- and micronutrients. Among the compounds with beneficial properties for health, the lipid profile, predominantly monounsaturated fatty acids (MUFA, 60%), followed by polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFA, 30%), fiber, vitamins, minerals, phytosterols, and polyphenols, can be highlighted.

The abundant micronutrient polyphenols play an essential role in protection from chronic degenerative diseases. Indeed, frequent consumption of almonds has been associated with reduced risk of various diseases, including obesity, hypertension, diabetes mellitus, and metabolic syndrome, owing to their LDL-c-reducing ability. These activities were attributed to the lipid fraction and polyphenolic compounds of almonds. It was also reported that consuming almonds and their skin may improve the intestinal microbiota profile and lead to health benefits.

It’s fascinating how this simple and small piece of nature can help improve your health, right? You can read more here.

Everything you need to make almond tomato bread spread

Almonds (toasted)
Tomato paste (thick puree)
Onion
Garlic (fresh cloves)
Oil (olive or rapeseed oil)
Bulion powder (buy here)
Herbal pepper (or cayenne pepper)
Nutritional yeasts (optional)
Salt
Hot water

These are only a few ingredients, but if you want to take it to the next level, you can make a few changes or add more spices. What you could add here:

sun-dried tomatoes (umami flavor);
red bell pepper (you can chop it, fry with onions and spices until soft and tender and blend it);
carrot and parsnip (grated and sauteed with onions and spices until tender and blended with everything) ;
dried smoked bell pepper spice (this could add different touch of flavor);
dried, powdered cumin or coriander spice.

How to make almond tomato bread spread: step-by-step

STEP 1:

Chop onion finely and add to a preheated frying pan. Dry fry for a few minutes. Dry frying is an excellent method to let onion soften before adding oil. The process draws out all the moisture, so the final result is browned, super crispy, and tender. After a few minutes, add oil and continue frying.

Dry on a low heat. The longer, the better the taste.

STEP 2:

Add spices (herbal pepper, bullion powder, and salt) and continue final frying for another few minutes. This will create a flavor profile for your almond tomato bread spread. Let this stage go slowly. Fry it on a low heat.

STEP 3:

Add tomato paste and stir. It may be dry now, so add more oil or a splash of water. On low heat, continue frying everything for a few more minutes until all flavors are well combined.

STEP 4: Toasting almonds

This step is optional, however it brings the whole recipe to the next level!

Option 1: In the oven (180 degrees Celcius) on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, roast almonds for 10-15 minutes. Let them cool down completely before blending.
Option 2: On a frying pan (low heat), toast almonds for a few minutes until you smell the nutty aroma, then let them cool down before blending.

Place toasted and cooled almonds in a food processor and blend them until powdered consistency, but before they turn into nut butter).

STEP 5:

To a food processor (with blended almonds), add sauteed onions with spices and tomato paste, together with nutritional yeasts, a splash of hot water, and more spices if needed. Blend until smooth texture.

The consistency will thicken when it’s cooled down, so if you like a more liquid texture, consider adding more hot water or vegetable broth. Remember to taste it and if needed, add more spices.

STEP 6:

Enjoy your almond tomato bread spread!

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I hope you will enjoy this almond tomato bread spread recipe and get inspiration from today’s post. Let me know in the comment section below if you tried it and liked it. If there is anything I can do for you, please don’t hesitate to write me. I would love to connect with you and help you even more!
Domi