Tomato Bruschetta Recipe
One of the most famous Italian appetizers, simply delicious and very easy to make.
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Servings: 10 slices
Calories: 18kcal
Ingredients
- 1 long loaf of Italian bread or similar bread cut into half inch slices
- 2 large garlic cloves whole
- 3 large garlic cloves minced fine
- 1 lb fresh chopped tomatoes such as plum, roma tomatoes, cherry tomatoes or grape tomatoes. Canned San Marzano Tomatoes will also do.
- 15-20 fresh basil leaves chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Extra virgin Olive oil for drizzling
- fresh lemon juice or balsamic vinegar or balsamic glaze to taste. Optional.
Instructions
- Combine diced tomato, basil and minced garlic in a non-metal bowl. This tomato topping will sit for a while, and a metal bowl may affect the taste.
- Drizzle topping with extra virgin olive oil, fresh-squeezed lemon juice or balsamic vinegar, just to taste. Then let this sit covered for an hour or two to let the flavors combine.
- Grill each bread slice on both sides, being careful to toast them well but not to let them burn.
- Rub the cut side of each grilled piece with a whole clove of garlic, then drizzle lightly with extra virgin olive oil.
- Serve your bruschetta with the tomato mixture already on it, or in a bowl on the side. Drizzle with balsamic glaze for a twist and top with a basil leaf (optional).
Notes
Use roasted garlic instead if you prefer a sweeter taste and you think fresh garlic is too strong.
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