Classic Tomato Sandwich with Basil Mayo

Name: Classic Tomato Sandwich with Basil Mayo
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 slices of soft white bread; 1 thick slice of large garden tomato; 2 tablespoons mayonnaise; 4 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped; 1 pinch of salt; 1 pinch of black pepper; 1 teaspoon butter, softened

A simple and refreshing sandwich that perfectly highlights the flavor of ripe summer tomatoes.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· July 19, 2026

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Prep

5 minutes

Cook

0 minutes

Total

5 minutes

Serves

There is nothing quite like a fresh tomato sandwich during the height of summer. When you have a juicy, sun ripened tomato, you do not need much else to make a delicious lunch that feels like a treat.

The secret here is the basil mayo, which adds a creamy and herbal note that brings everything together. Use the softest white bread you can find to keep every bite tender and easy to enjoy.

Ingredients

2 slices of soft white bread
1 thick slice of large garden tomato
2 tablespoons mayonnaise
4 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
1 pinch of salt
1 pinch of black pepper
1 teaspoon butter, softened

Instructions

1
In a small bowl, mix the mayonnaise with the chopped basil leaves until well combined.
2
Lightly butter one side of each slice of bread.
3
Spread the basil mayo on the unbuttered side of both slices of bread.
4
Place the thick tomato slice on one piece of bread.
5
Sprinkle the tomato with a pinch of salt and black pepper to draw out its flavor.
6
Top with the second slice of bread and press down gently before slicing in half.

💡 Tips

Make sure to serve this sandwich immediately so the bread stays soft and the tomato stays juicy. If you want a little extra crunch, you can toast the bread lightly before assembling, but the classic version is best with soft bread.

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