The tomatoes are ripening in abundance here in Ontario and I picked up these beautiful heirloom tomatoes at the Evergreen Brick Works Farmers Market in Toronto on Saturday morning.

So what exactly makes an heirloom tomato so special? Heirloom tomatoes are tomatoes that have not been genetically modified or altered. The name “heirloom” comes from seeds that have been past down traditionally from generation to generation. The seeds are obtained annually by the farmers to grow their next year crops. There are over 10,00 types of heirloom tomatoes and they all come in a variety of colours, shapes and flavours.

Tomatoes are high in lycopene, beta carotene, vitamin C, potassium, fibre, and many antioxidants and phytochemicals like lycopene and beta carotene.

This flakey buckwheat crust melts in your mouth along with the sweet and tangy roasted tomatoes. You can make this tart into any shape and size you like and serve with lunch or as a snack. It is gluten free, vegan and is very easy to make!