Tomato pie filled with cheese, basil and mayo is a summertime favorite but the carbs in the pie crust can add up. This diabetes friendly recipe uses ½ a pie crust, less cheese and mayo and tastes better than the original! TOMATO PIE MADE DIABETES FRIENDLY
WHAT IS TOMATO PIE?
Southern tomato pie is a yummy filling baked in a pie crust. It’s a great way to use fresh tomatoes and basil from your garden. This recipe is rich- mayo, cheese and pie crust- but we are using half a pie crust and less mayo/cheese to lighten it up!
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WHY THIS RECIPE WORKS:
- Less carbs– we are using ½ a prepared pie crust. No difference in flavor!
- The crust is pre-baked to help it hold up to the substantial filling.
- A serving is ¼th pie!
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THE MAIN INGREDIENTS:
- Pie crust– I used a prepared refrigerated pie crust and cut it in half before unrolling it
- Tomatoes– use garden fresh tomatoes
- Basil– choose fresh for this recipe
- Green onion
- Mayo-use your favorite brand
- Cheese– I love sharp cheddar for this recipe. Use your favorite -a combination of cheeses works great also
HOW TO MAKE LOW CARB TOMATO PIE:
- Step 1: Cut a pie crust in half, then roll it out thin to fit into an 8″ pie pan.
- Step 2: Prick the crust, then bake til lightly browned.
- Step 3: Meanwhile, salt the tomato slices then allow to drain.
- Step 4: Prepare mayo and cheese mixture, set aside.
- Step 5: Layer tomato slices into pre-baked crust.
- Step 6: Top with onions and basil.
- Step 7: Spread cheese mixture on top.
- Step 8: Bake, then serve.
EXPERT TIPS:
- Use fresh Summer tomatoes for best results and flavor.
- Be sure to salt and drain tomatoes which helps reduce excess juice in the final pie.
- Sprinkle a small amount of flour on surface before rolling out pie crust to make transfer easier.
- Use an 8″ pan for best results.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Should you refrigerate tomato pie?
Yes, tomato pie should be stored in the refrigerator- up to 3 days. Reheat in 350 degree oven about 15-20 minutes or until warmed.
Can you make this recipe in the winter months?
This recipe is best with fresh Summer tomatoes, but I have made this recipe in the Winter and had very good results with roma tomatoes sliced very thin. TOMATO PIE MADE DIABETES FRIENDLY
How many carbs in tomato pie?
A serving (¼th pie) of this tomato pie recipe is 13gm carb.
Tomato Pie made Diabetes Friendly
Low carb tomato pie makes a delicious summertime lunch or brunch! Enjoy your fresh tomatoes and basil with a lightened-up pie crust.
5 from 3 votes
Course: Appetizer, Main Course, Meatless, Snack
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10minutes minutes
Cook Time: 30minutes minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 317kcal
Author: HAPPYHEALTHYHELPS
Ingredients
- ▢½ prepared pie crust
- ▢1 large tomato,sliced
- ▢⅓ cup green onion,chopped about 1 green onion
- ▢10 basil leaves, small, chopped
- ▢1 cup cheese, grated
- ▢¼ cup mayo
- ▢⅛ teaspoon salt
- ▢dash ground pepper
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Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°. Cut a prepared roll of pie crust in ½. Return unused ½ to refrigerator for another use. Flour surface lightly and roll out remaining ½ crust thinly and fit into 8″ pan. Prick with fork then bake for 10 minutes or until lightly browned. (After removing pie, reduce oven temp to 350° for final baking.)
- Meanwhile, lightly salt sliced tomatoes and allow to drain on paper towels or colander.
- Layer drained tomatoes, green onions and basil into prebaked crust.
- In a small bowl, mix cheese, mayo, salt and pepper. Spread mixture on top of basil.
- Bake pie at 350° for approx 20 minutes or until bubbly and cheese begins to brown.
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Notes
Expert Tips
- Use fresh Summer tomatoes for best results and flavor.
- Be sure to salt and drain tomatoes which helps reduce excess juice in the final pie.
- Sprinkle a small amount of flour on surface before rolling out pie crust to make transfer easier.
- Use an 8″ pan for best results.
