HEALTH BENEFITS

Tomatoes are high in potassium, fiber, and lycopene, which support Heart Function, lower blood pressure, and reduce heart disease risk.

Tomatoes offer electrolytes like potassium and magnesium for Muscle Recovery and hydration, plus vitamin C for reduced inflammation after exercise.

Cooking tomatoes reduces vitamin C but enhances the availability of antioxidants that may help protect against Cancer.

Tomatoes contain chlorogenic acid, which promotes collagen production for Skin Health. You can enjoy their benefits by eating them as a snack or in salads.

Tomatoes Aid Blood Sugar control in diabetics due to their fiber and low glycemic index, making them a smart snack choice to prevent spikes.

Potassium supports heart and nerve function, while carotenoids like lutein and zeaxanthin in cooked tomatoes may improve cognition and Lower Dementia Risk.

TOMATOES RECIPES

Tomato Scrambled Eggs

Ingredients:

• 2 large tomatoes, diced

• 3 eggs, beaten

• 1 small onion, finely chopped

• 1 clove garlic, minced

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 tablespoon cooking oil

• Fresh cilantro or green onions for garnish (optional)

Instructions:

• Heat oil in a pan and sauté onion and garlic until soft.

• Add tomatoes, cooking until softened.

• Pour in beaten eggs, season with salt and pepper, and scramble gently until cooked.

• Garnish with cilantro or green onions if desired, and serve warm.

Malaysia Nasi Tomato (Tomato Rice)

Ingredients:

• 2 cups basmati rice, rinsed

• 1 large tomato, chopped

• 1 small onion, sliced

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• 1 cup coconut milk

• 1½ cups chicken broth or water

• 1 cinnamon stick, 2 cloves, and 2 cardamom pods

• Salt to taste

• 1 tablespoon cooking oil or butter

• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions:

• In a pot, heat oil and sauté onions, garlic, cinnamon, cloves, and cardamom until fragrant.

• Add tomato and tomato paste, cooking until softened.

• Stir in rice, coconut milk, chicken broth, and salt; bring to a boil.

• Lower heat, cover, and simmer until rice is cooked.

• Fluff with a fork, garnish with cilantro and serve.

Ingredients:

• 4 slices of rustic bread

• 2 large ripe tomatoes

• 1 garlic clove

• Olive oil

• Salt to taste

Instructions:

• Toast the bread until golden.

• Cut the garlic clove in half, then rub the cut side on the warm toast.

• Halve the tomatoes and rub them onto the bread until coated with pulp.

• Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle with salt, and serve.

Spain Pan con Tomate (Tomato Bread)

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