Description
A simple and delicious Italian appetizer featuring toasted bread topped with fresh tomatoes, garlic, basil, and olive oil.
Ingredients
1 loaf Italian baguette, sliced into 1/2-inch thick pieces
4 medium ripe tomatoes, diced
3 cloves garlic, minced
10 fresh basil leaves, finely chopped
3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil, plus more for brushing bread
1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
Arrange the baguette slices on a baking sheet in a single layer.
Brush each slice lightly with olive oil on both sides.
Toast the bread in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crisp.
While the bread is toasting, combine the diced tomatoes, minced garlic, chopped basil, 3 tablespoons olive oil, balsamic vinegar, salt, and black pepper in a medium bowl. Stir gently to combine.
Remove the toasted bread from the oven and let cool slightly.
Spoon the tomato mixture generously onto each toasted bread slice just before serving.
Serve immediately to enjoy the crisp texture of the bread with the fresh tomato topping.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes